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1812 – Part 10: Relief of Fort Michilimackinac

1812 - Relief Michilimackinac

Following the Battle of Lake Erie when the British fleet was defeated by the Americans, Fort Michilimackinac in the Mackinaw Straits was isolated. The … Continue reading

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1812 – Part 7: The Battle of Lake Erie

1812 - Battle Lake Erie

Prior to the War of 1812 navigation between Lake Erie and the Upper Great Lakes was forced to pass through a narrow channel on … Continue reading

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1812 – Part 6: Settlement in South Western Ontario

1812 - Settlement in SW Ontario

Inspired by Simcoe’s dream to create a British colony, flamboyant Colonel Tom Talbot obtained a land grant in South Western Ontario and offered new … Continue reading

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