what was the primary motive behind john C. Calhoun's position concerning the role of the united states in the war of 1812? A. he hoped for the addition of territory, siding with the war hawks in the call for war against Great Britain. B.he wished for peace above all else, urgining caution and negotiation with the British to solve differences. C. he hoped to win more votes in the new England region and was solidly against war with Great Britain. D. he desired a renewed alliance with France in supporting a declaration of war against Great Britain.