Tag Archives: Upper Canada

1812 – Part 4: The Battle of York

During the War of 1812 an American squadron attacks York (today’s Toronto) and burns the fort and government buildings. The British retaliate.

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1812 – Part 2 – The story of Laura Secord

Laura’s walk to warn British troops of an American invasion may have contributed in saving Upper Canada from becoming a U.S. State, but it … Continue reading

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1812 – Part 1: The War begins

War is announced – but in 1812 civility reigns.  The British officers are entertaining their American counterparts at Fort George and so war will not start … Continue reading

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Toronto 175 – Part 1: In the beginning

A natural harbour and a perfect meeting place for the First Nations peoples who first visited the area to fish and hunt.  Later French … Continue reading

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