Battle of Queenston Heights
Where was the battle fought?
Queenston Heights (Niagara-on-the-Lake)
When did the war start & end?
July 14, 1812 - December 24, 1814
How long were the First Nations able to fight the Americans off?
They were able to fight them off for a couple of hours, until more British reinforcements came.
Who was involved in the battle?
Americans, First Nations, British
How did the war end?
The war ended with a Treaty of Ghent.
What would have happened if the Americans won the battle?
If the Americans won, then they would have had control over Queenston Heights. Meaning Niagara-on-the-Lake would've belonged to them.
How many Battles were fought in the war of 1812, in total?
In total, 19 battles were fought, including the major battles and the non-major battles.
Why did the Americans want to take over Queenston Heights?
The Americans wanted to have more land, and gain control over Queenston Heights.
How many MAJOR BATTLES were fought?
About 7-8 major battles were fought during the war.
How did the First Nations know that Brock died?
They knew because they heard that the Americans were coming to invade Queenston Heights, and when John Norton went to see he found out that Brock had died, and they needed more people to fight the Americans, so they agreed.
Why was the Battle of Queenston Heights so important to Canadian History?
This battle was important because it was the first major battle fought, and Brock risked his life and died.