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War of 1812
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Hull's Proclamation
On July 12, 1812, Hull landed in Sandwich (Windsor) and issued a proclamation to the residents of Upper Canada. Following the popular belief that Upper Canada would not resist invasion, Hull claimed that the Americans were there to free and protect the colonists from the "tyranny" of the British. At the same time, he used a threatening tone to warn residents against joining the British side. -
Seige of Detroit
General William Hull (American) to General Isaac Brock (British) at Fort Detroit.Brock used intimidation techniques with the help of the Tecumseh's native forces. Brock sent a letter that said "It is far from my inclination to join in a war of extermination, but you must be aware that the numerous body of Indians who have attached themselves to my troops will be beyond my control the moment the contest commences." In the end Hull surrendered. -
USS Constitution vs HMS Guerriere
The USS Constitution vs HMS Guerriere, was a single ship action between the two ships during the War of 1812, approximately 400 miles southeast of Halifax, Nova Scotia. It took place shortly after war had broken out, and would prove to be an important victory for American morale. USS Constitution defeats HMS Guerriere. -
Battle of Frenchtown (River Raisen)
The Battle of Frenchtown (Battle of the River Raisin in Monroe Michigan) was the largest battle fought on Michigan soil. This battle was a major defeat for the Americans and was one of the bloodiest engagements during the War of 1812. The massacre of some wounded solders the following day shocked and enraged Americans throughout the Old Northwest Territory. This incident soon became know as “The River Raisin Massacre” and the rallying cry was “Remember the Raisin”. -
Battle of York
The Battle of York was fought on Tuesday, April 27, 1813, in York (present-day Toronto), the capital of the province of Upper Canada (present-day Ontario), between United States forces and the British defenders of York during the War of 1812. The Americans outnumbered the British with their 1,700 men against the 700 British. -
Laura Secord's Walk
During the War of 1812, Laura Secord walked 30 km from Queenston to Beaver Dams, near Thorold, to warn James FitzGibbon that the Americans were planning to attack his outpost. British and Native forces readied for the attack.The story of her trek has become legendary, and Secord herself mythologized in Canadian history. -
Battle of the Chateauguay
The Battle of the Chateauguay was an engagement of the War of 1812. Britain had 1,630 regulars, volunteers and militia from Lower Canada and Mohawk warriors, which were commanded by Charles de Salaberry. They repelled an American force of about 2,600 that was attempting to invade Lower Canada and ultimately attack Montreal. One of 2 battles that made Americans give up the Saint Lawrence Campaign. -
Battle of Horseshoe Bend
The Battle of Horseshoe Bend was fought during the War of 1812 in the Mississippi Territory, now central Alabama.The Americans and their allied Indians, numbering over 3,000 and led by Andrew Jackson, fought with the Red Sticks. Red Sticks had 1,000 warriors and were led by Monahee The Prophet and Menawa. The American and their allies won. This battle ended the Creek War. -
Battle of Plattsburgh
The Battle of Plattsburgh, also known as the Battle of Lake Champlain, ended the final invasion of the northern states of the United States during the War of 1812. -
The Hartford Convention
A group of Federalists discuss secession and propose seven amendments to protect the influence of Northeastern states. Some ideas thrown on the table included seceding from the United States and establishing friendly relations with Britain, removing the Three-Fifths compromise, and problem with the Louisian Purchase and Embargo Act of 1807. -
Treaty of Ghent
Treaty that ended the War of 1812. Returned all territory that been previously captures during the war to oth sides. Said nothing about impressment. -
Battle of New Orleans
On January 8, 1815, American forces commanded by General Jackson, decisively defeated the British forces as they tried to capture New Orleans. The battle, which took place after the Treaty of Ghent had been signed, effectively ended the war.
