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The Battle of Brownstown
In early August 1812, Tecumseh and two dozen Indians ambushed 200 Michigan militia led by Major Thomas Van Horne. Faced with such opposition, Van Horne ordered a retreat, whereupon the untrained American militia scattered in panic. Van Horne was able to save only half of his command; 18 men were killed, 12 were killed, and 70 went missing. The Indians lost one chief. This was only a small skirmish, but it did show that the American supplu line to Ohio was not secure. -
The Battle of Maguaga
Also known as the Battle of the Oakswood, a small battle between British troops, Canadian militia, Tecumseh's natives, and a larger force of American troops the Wyandot village of Magagua. The British mistakenly fired at the Indians on their right flank. Facing heavy American firepower the British were forced to withdraw making their retreat quickly.The British lost 1 man and 23 wounded. The Americans lost 18 and 63 wounded. General Hull became convinced now that his supply to Ohio was weak. -
Surrender of Fort Detroit
A humiliating loss for the Americans early in the war. American General Hull surrenders Fort Detroit and his army to the British without a fight. Hull had lost hope of defending the settlement after seeing the large English and Indian force gathering outside Detroit's walls. Of Hull's 2000 militiamen, and British General Isaac Brock allowed them to return to their homes on the frontier. The U.S Army Troops were taken as prisoners to Canada. Michigan Territory was declared a part of Britain's. -
Battle of Queenston Heights
The U.S declared war on Britain and planned the conquest of Upper Canada, resulted in a British victory. General Van Rensselaer, commanding a force of about 3,100 U.S Militia, sent across Niagara River, at first successfully defended their position. The main body of U.S Troops, however, refused to cross river in support. The advance party was then surrounded by the British, who captured 925 Americans. This failure temporarily arrested the U.S attempt to invade Canada. -
Capture of York
An easy win for Americans as they eyed expansion into Canada.In York, Ontario, 2700 Americans stormed Fort York, defeating the 750 Britsh and Ojibwa Indians defending the capitol of Upper Canada. An American fleet sends 1700 soldiers ashore.The retreating British ignite a gunpowder storehouse, killing 38 Americans and wounding 222.Though Americans managed to capture Fort York and forced the British to retreat to Kingston, this victory came at a high cost and had little strategic benefit. -
Battle of Stoney Creek
Americans invaded upper Canada from Niagara Peninsula. British found out Americans location, and agreed to have a surprise night attack on the them. British were able to get to the middle of the encampment. An American commander got captured. The battle led to heavy casualties to both Americans(55 wounded & 100 missing) and British (23 British men were killed, 134 wounded & 5 missing). The battle enabled British to gain control, and stopped the Americans from further invading Upper Canada -
Battle of Beaver Dams
A war involving the British, Americans and First Nations. The US wanted to take over the British land and began planning their invasion. Laura Secord, a Queenston housewife, warned the British about the upcoming attack, giving them a huge advantage. 300 First Nations then attacked the Americans from behind. About 30 to 45 from both teams combined were killed, about 70-95 were wounded, and 462 were captured. The battle strengthened the relationship between First Nations and the British. -
The Battle of Lake Erie
Fought by the U.S Navy & the British Royal Navy. The British fleet consisted of 6 vessels was commanded by Commodore Barclay. The American fleet consisted of 9 vessels commanded by Commodore Hazard Perry. The American fleet won because they had more ships and could deal more damage. Barclay tendered his sword, but Perry refused it telling all the British officers to keep their weapons as a sign of their gallant fight. Control of Lake Erie now passed to the Americans with grave consequences. -
Battle of Moraviantown
The British commander General Procter, began a hasty retreat across Ontario. He was pursued by about 3500 U.S troops under General Harrison, who was supported by the U.S fleet.The British, with about 600 regulars and 1000 Indian allies under Tecumseh, were greatly outnumbered and quickly defeated. Many British troops were captured and Tecumseh was killed, breaking the Indian power in Ohio. After destroying Moraviantown, it enabled the US to consolidate its control over the Northwest. -
Battle of Chateauguay
In the summer of 1813, the US had a plan to invade Lower Canada and take the city of Montreal. On the American side was under General Hampton with approx. 2000 men but had a total loss of 85 men. The other side had all canadian force under Ltnt. Salaberry and lost 22 men. The British won even though they were outnumbered. The Americans strategy was though to be promising but failed. Americans got lost through the Canadian woods their ammunition was inaccurate. -
Battle of Chrysler's Farm
The battle fought between British and Americans. The Americans
last attempt to capture Montreal. The British made the first move & attacked the Americans pushing them back. The Americans attempted to fight back but the terrain slowed them down. The British had lost 31 men, 148 were injured & 13 were missing
while the American side had lost 102 men, 237 were injured & 120 were captured. The British attack with systematic strategies and were bound to win because Canada is still Canada. -
The Burning of Buffalo
As soon as Fort Niagara had been captured the British under the command of General Riall, march down the American side of the Niagara River. Riall had five hundred regulars and five hundred Indian warriors with him burning every farm building for several miles. Riall reported his losses as one hundred and twelve killed, wounded and missing. General Hall counted the American losses at thirty killed, forty wounded and sixty-nine taken prisoner. The flames
die down, but this would not be the end. -
The Battle of Chippawa
A victory for the Americans during an invasion of Upper Canada. British General Riall ordered a head long assault thinking that the Americans would break and run. The Americans held their line and with fierce fighting the British attack was repulsed. It was over quickly, the British lost 415 killed, wounded or missing. And the Americans lost 328 killed, wounded or missing. The battle proved that the American troops can hold their own against the British. -
Battle of Lundy's Lane
Major General Brown launched an attack on the British across Niagara River because of the wanted control of Upper Canada.
Canadians saw this and it caused conflict, and they
decided to retaliate. Brown decided to raid Upper Canada along with his army of 3500. General Winfield of Canada led his 1000 strong army, to fight the British. Thus, shortly began the bloodiest land battle of the War of 1812. It was a neutral battle, as neither side won. However, the British had less men killed. -
The Burning of Washington
With the defeat of Napoleon, the Empire turned its full attention to the American's capital, Washington. Although the port of Baltimore was much more important they hoped as capital of the nation than its burning would have a psychological impact on the American's. The British set fire to many public buildings, the facilities of the US government, including the White House, were destroyed. -
The Battle of New Orleans
The last major battle after the Treaty of Ghent was signed. The battle started when the British attempted to take over New Orleans regardless of any treaty. The British decided to attack the American lines directly by both banks, however the Americans were already prepared. During the battle, the British had lost 700 lives, 1400 wounded & 500 captured. The Americans had 52 wounded or injured. The battle would have not have been ended even if they had knew the treaty had been signed.
