Major Events During the First Year of The War of 1812

  • US Declares War

  • Fort Detroit Surrenders

    Fort Detroit Surrenders
    The British forces under General Issac Brock and Tecumseh capture the American fort at Detroit.
  • Battle of Queenston Heights

    Battle of Queenston Heights
    First major battle of the war and resulted in a British victory. The British were lead by General Issac Brock who dies during the battle.