Battle of Queenston Heights
Who fought in the battle of Queenston Heights?
The Americans, British, and the Indigenous peoples.
Who fought in the Battle of the Beaver Dams?
The British, First Nations, and the Americans.
Who won the battle of Lake Erie?
The Americans Vanquished the British.
What was the Battle of York?
It was a battle between the British and the Americans. The American forces attacked and captured York the capital of Upper Canada.
Which countries fought in the war of 1812?
It was France, Britain, USA, and British North America. Some countries were also accompanied by the First Nations and the Metis.
How long was the Battle of Queenston Heights?
The battle was about 4 hours long.
Who were the most important people in the battle?
Laura Secord, and Colonial James Fitzgibbon. Laura Secord was being held captive by the Americans when she overheard there plan to ambush the British troops. She escaped and told Colonial James Fitzgibbon all about the ambush.
Who were the troop leaders in the Battle of Lake Erie?
American Master Commandant Oliver Hazard Perry and British Commander Robert Heriot Barclay.
What major events happened during the Battle of York?
The Americans looted York, then ignited the city. The Americans fought hard and well, in conclusion winning the battle.
What day did the war end?
December 24, 1814
How many men were fighting on each side?
There were 100 First Nations, and 1000 American men.
How were the First Nations involved?
The First Nations held of the Americans for more then 3 hours. They fought most of the battle. Also they found Laura Secord and guided her to Colonial Fitzgibbon.
How many men had there lives ended?
40 British men and 27 American men died in the line of duty.
What were the First Nations role in the Battle of York?
The Ojibwa and Mississauga played a direct but small role in the Battle of York, fighting alongside the British and the Canadians.
Who were the leaders during the War of 1812?
Sir Isaac Brock, William Henry Harrison, Andrew Jackson.
How were the First Nations people involved?
The First Nations people did most of the fighting, the held off the the Americans for about 4 hours before the British came.
Why is this battle important to remember?
What was important about the battle?
The Americans reclaimed Fort Detroit, and secured there grip around Lake Erie.
What could the British have done better to protect York?
The could have had stronger protections and defenses when going into the battle. The also could have tried to seize the burning of York as well.
What started this War?
There are a few key reasons. European port blockages, the Americans ships were seized and searched ,the American War Hawks, and finally Recognition.
Why was this battle important?
It was important because it was one of the battles that Britain triumphed in, and it proved to America that even with small numbers, confidence and perseverance can win a battle.
Were is Beaver Dams located to this day?
It is located at Thorold, Ontario.
What was captured or stolen during the battle?
Nine vessels of the United States Navy defeated and six vessels captured by the British Royal Navy.
How many men were injured or fell into an infinite slumber?
82 British men died and 112 wounded. 55 American men died and 265 wounded
How was this war ended?
It was ended by the signing of the Treaty of Ghent on December 24 1814. Great Britain and the United States signed this treaty.