Download or read book A History of Fort George Upper Canada written by Robert S. Allen and published by . This book was released on 1974 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

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Download or read book Structural History of Fort George written by Canada. Dept. of the Environment. Parks Canada Directorate. National Historic Parks and Sites Branch and published by . This book was released on 1975 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Niagara Historical Society written by Ernest Cruikshank and published by Forgotten Books. This book was released on 2017-12-03 with total page 390 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpt from Niagara Historical Society: Ttle of Fort George The reproach has frequently been cast upon us that Canada has no history; it might be said of us with far more justice that we do not know our own history. The various historical societies are, by their efforts, trying to wipe away this reproach, and we feel proud of following in the wake of the Lundy's Lane Historical Society in publishing a paper written by Capt. Cruikshank, who has well earned the title of the historian of the Niagara peninsula. Of the towns of Ontario not one we are sure possesses a history so eventful, so ancient, so interesting as Niagara, having been at different times a legislative, an educational, a military and a commercial centre, at one time occupied by the enemy and again a heap of smoking ruins, now a quiet summer resort with many points of historical interest, with wide streets shaded by old elms and having unrivalled lake and river scenery. The members of the youngest of these Historical Societies feel that they may congratulate themselves on being able to place in the hands of the public the story which so far has not yet been told of the Taking of Fort George, told too in a style so clear, so dispassionate, and shewing such deep research, a story of troublesome times, which so told can not but be helpful to old and young of every nationality. Asking for our first venture a kind reception we send it out to the public, hoping that it may do its part in proving that we have a not ignoble history which should inspire us to yet nobler deeds. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

Download or read book The American Capture of Fort George Ontario written by Margaret Coleman and published by Direction Des Lieux Et Des Parcs Historiques Nationaux Canad. This book was released on 1977 with total page 216 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fort George was reconstructed (between 1936 and 1940) by the Niagara Parks Commission to its pre-1812 dimensions, and transferred to the National Historic Parks. The first of these papers presents an historical background on British use of the Fort and its weaponry, the American capture, and details of events during 1813 and 1814. The second paper describes the guardhouse at Fort George and its use, based on archaelogical evidence and a comparative study of other guardhouses of the period, since no plans survive.

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Download or read book Fort George on the Niagara written by John Philip Wilson and published by Ottawa: National Historic Parks and Sites Branch, Parks Canada, Department of Indian and Northern Affairs. This book was released on 1976 with total page 270 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Battle of Fort George a Paper Read on March 14th 1896 written by Ernest Alexander Cruikshank and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2017-06-26 with total page 42 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For about a quarter of a century Niagara was the principal town and commercial capital of Western Canada, and for a brief period was actually the seat of government for the Upper Province. The removal of the provincial officers to York in 1796 struck the first blow at its supremacy, but its material prosperity continued until the beginning of the war with the United States when its exposed situation subjected it to a series of calamities which culminated in its total destruction on the 10th of December, 1813. During that time many travellers of more or less note visited the place at short intervals on their way to or from the Falls, and a considerable number of them have recorded their observations. Patrick Campbell in 1791, D'Arcy Bolton in 1794, the Duke de Rochefoucauld Liancourt in 1795, Isaac Weld and J. C. Ogden in 1796, John Maude in 1800, George Heriot in 1806, Christian Schultz in 1807, John Melish in 1810 and Michael Smith in 1812 have described the town and adjacent country at considerable length from various points of view. Other accounts are to be found in the National Intelligencer newspaper published at Washington, D. C., in 1812, and in Smith's Gazetteer of Upper Canada for 1813. From these numerous sources it would seem an easy task to form a fairly correct estimate of the appearance of the town, its commercial importance and the character of the inhabitants. THE TAKING OF FORT GEORGE. It is described as being nearly a mile square, sparsely built, with many pasture fields, gardens, orchards and open spaces interspersed among the houses. Smith, an American resident of the province now was expelled in 1812 for having declined to take oath of allegiance, states that there were "several squares of ground in the village adorned with almost every kind of precious fruit." According to the same authority it contained two churches-one of them built of stone, a court house and jail, an Indian council house, an academy in which Latin and Greek were taught by the Rev. John Burns a Presbyterian minister, a printing house, six taverns, twenty stores and about a hundred dwelling houses, many of them described as "handsome buildings of brick or stone, the rest being of wood, neatly painted." From the lake the town is said to have made an "imposing appearance" as most of the buildings fronted the water. Smith concludes his account with the remark that it was "a beautiful and prospective place, inhabited by civil and industrious people." Dr. John Mann, a surgeon in the United States army who accompanied the invading forces and afterwards wrote the "Medical History of the War," styles it "a delightful village." The population was probably underestimated at five hundred exclusive of the regular garrison of Fort George, usually numbering about two hundred men. The names of John Symington, Andrew Heron, Joseph Edwards, John Grier, John Baldwin and James Muirhead have been recorded as some of the principal merchants. An open plain or common of nearly a mile in width separated the town from Fort George. This post was described by the Governor General in the early summer of 1812, in official report on the defences of Upper Canada as an irregular fieldwork consisting of six small bastions faced with framed timber and plank, connected by a line of palisades twelve feet high, and surrounded by a shallow dry ditch. Its situation and construction were alike condemned as extremely defective. Although it partially commanded Fort Niagara it was in turn overlooked and commanded by the high ground on the opposite side of the river near Youngstown....

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Download or read book Notes on the History of Fort George During the Colonial and Revolutionary Periods written by Benjamin Franklin Decosta and published by Forgotten Books. This book was released on 2018-02-02 with total page 86 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpt from Notes on the History of Fort George During the Colonial and Revolutionary Periods: With Contemporaneous Documents and an Appendix I The credit of this victory, nevertheless, belonged to Gen. Wyman, who assumed com mand early in the day, when Johnson was wounded and carried from the field. Q The following is an additional item of interest recently contributed to the history of this battle: Our Cannon (which under God it appears to me) saved us were heard down as low as near Saratoga, notwithstanding the wind was in the south, 85 something considerable, (it which by the way was a great disadvantage to our troops, as the smoke was drove in our faces. The wounded was brought in very fast, 85 it was with the utmost difficulty that their wounds could be dressed fast enough, even in the most superficial manner, having in about three hours near forty men to be dressed,& Dr. Pynchon, his mate Billy (one of his students) myself were all to do it, my mate being at Fort Lyman attending upon divers sick men there. The bullets flew like hail-stones about our ears all the time of dressing, as we had not a place prepared of safety, to dress in the wounded in, but through God's goodness we received no hurt any more than the bark of the trees 85 chips flying in our faces by accidental shots, which were something frequent. Our Tent was shot through in diver places, which we thought best to leave and retire a few rods behind a shelter ofa log house, which so loose laid as to let the balls through very often. I have not time to give a list of the dead which are many, by reason I have not time to attend the wounded as they ought to be. - The Campaigns against Crown Point in 1755 and 1756. Correspondence of Dr. Thos. Williams. Historical Magazine, New Series, Vol. V11, No. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

Download or read book The Battle of Fort George written by Ernest Alexander Cruikshank and published by Welland [Ont.] : Tribune Print. This book was released on 1904 with total page 60 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Battle of Fort George A paper read on March 14th 1896 written by E. A. Cruikshank and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-10-04 with total page 49 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In E. A. Cruikshank's 'Battle of Fort George: A paper read on March 14th, 1896,' the reader is taken on a detailed journey through the events and significance of the Battle of Fort George. Through meticulous research and careful analysis, Cruikshank presents a scholarly examination of the military strategies used during this pivotal battle, making it a valuable resource for students of military history. The author's writing style is academic and precise, providing a clear and comprehensive study of the subject within its historical context. The inclusion of maps and illustrations further enhances the reader's understanding of the battle's intricacies. E. A. Cruikshank's work stands out as a testament to his dedication to preserving and sharing the history of this important military engagement. His expertise in military history and meticulous attention to detail are evident throughout the book, making it a must-read for anyone interested in this period of history. 'Battle of Fort George' is recommended for scholars, history enthusiasts, and students looking to delve deeper into the events surrounding this significant battle.

Download or read book History of the American Troops During the Late War Under the Command of Colonels Fenton and Campbell written by Samuel White and published by . This book was released on 1830 with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

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Download or read book The Documentary History of the Campaign Upon the Niagara Frontier In the year 1813 written by Lundy's Lane Historical Society and published by . This book was released on 1902 with total page 342 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Flames of War written by Richard Feltoe and published by Dundurn. This book was released on 2013-06-01 with total page 396 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The third in a series of unique surveys of the battles in the War of 1812. In April 1813 the Americans launched a new campaign to conquer Upper Canada, after their failure to do so in 1812. However, following initial victories, the U.S. assault stalled as a combined force of British regulars, Canadian militia, and Native allies counterattacked, throwing the Americans entirely onto the defensive by the end of June. During the next six months, this seesaw of military advantage was repeated again and again as each side escalated its commitment of men and resources and fought to gain the "final" victory. Unfortunately, this also brought with it an increasing level of destruction and hardship suffered by armies and civilian populations on both sides of the border. Numerous images of locations at the time are counterpointed with modern pictures taken from the same perspective to give a true then-and-now effect. Maps are also included to trace the course of individual battles stage by stage, while placing and moving the shifting formations of troops across a geographically accurate battlefield. This third volume in the six-part series Upper Canada Preserved — War of 1812 recounts the dramatic and destructive campaigns in the last six months of 1813 as the Americans continued their remounted attack on Upper Canada.