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July 30, 2018 Leave a Comment

Importance of Controlling the Great Lakes in 1812

The American troops awaited the approach of the enemy, and anticipated victory; but, to their dismay, General Hull opened a correspondence, which

July 29, 2018 Leave a Comment

Disappointing End to War of 1812

The indignation of the disappointed troops, thus compelled to an inglorious retreat, was uncontrollable, and many of the officers broke their swords,

July 28, 2018 Leave a Comment

Battle of Lundy’s Lane

At midnight, Brown, having unsuccessfully tried for six hours, to force the British from their position, retreated to Chippewa.Continuing Canada

July 27, 2018 Leave a Comment

Catastrophe at Moravian Town

The English General did not expect to be immediately followed up by Harrison, knowing the difficulties in the way of his progress.Continuing Canada

July 26, 2018 Leave a Comment

War on the Lakes

As the autumn of 1813 approached, the American leaders began to make more urgently threatening movements, apparently determined to make some decisive

July 25, 2018 Leave a Comment

Canada’s Success in Far West

Early in 1813 hostilities recommenced with a Canadian success in the Far West.Continuing Canada Versus USA 1812-1814,with a selection from The

July 23, 2018 Leave a Comment

The Battle of Queenston

General Brock, at Fort George, having risen, as usual, before daylight, heard the cannonade, and galloped up to the scene of action.Continuing

July 22, 2018 2 Comments

Canada Versus USA 1812-1814

This series has ten easy 5 minute installments. This first installment: British Capture Detroit.IntroductionThe United States declared war on

October 17, 2015 Leave a Comment

The War of 1812

Bringing the best history on the web. -- From Crash Course, their US History Series, #11. The War of 1812, published on April 18,2013.The War of

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