- CITY OF BUFFALO
Copyrighted 1896 by The CALVERT LITHO. CO., Detroit, Mich.
Copyrighted 1896 by The CALVERT LITHO. CO., Detroit, Mich.
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- Exit the Survivors
After three days of frantic repairs following the September 28 battle, the British squadron is seen leaving Burlington Bay. No American pursuit on that cruise meant that the six-ship squadron was able to continue back to Kingston for further repairs and provisioning.
After three days of frantic repairs following the September 28 battle, the British squadron is seen leaving Burlington Bay. No American pursuit on that cruise meant that the six-ship squadron …
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- General Brock aboard Queen Charlotte off Kingsville
June 14, 1812, off present-day Kingsville on Lake Erie. Brock, with 100 redcoats aboard HMS Queen Charlotte, hurries toward Amherstburg in advance of the attack on Fort Detroit
June 14, 1812, off present-day Kingsville on Lake Erie. Brock, with 100 redcoats aboard HMS Queen Charlotte, hurries toward Amherstburg in advance of the attack on Fort Detroit
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- Hamilton from Willow Point
Watercolour, touches of gouache, gum arabic, on wove paper
Watercolour, touches of gouache, gum arabic, on wove paper
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- Amherstburg Navy Yard
The brightly pigmented blockhouses and storehouse look almost comical to us today, but eh colour scheme is historically accurate, and reminded folks of the age that these structures were built for business. Bois Blanc Island in the background hosted up to 10,000 First Nations refugees just before the British defeat …
The brightly pigmented blockhouses and storehouse look almost comical to us today, but eh colour scheme is historically accurate, and reminded folks of the age that these structures were built …
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- Amherstburg Navy Yard, Winter Night, 1812
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- Amherstburg Navy Yard
Amherstburg was Britain's upper lakes naval base just before the Battle of Lake Erie, September 1813. The flagship HMS Detroit is anchored on the left and the ship-rigged corvette Queen Charlotte is anchored on the right.
Amherstburg was Britain's upper lakes naval base just before the Battle of Lake Erie, September 1813. The flagship HMS Detroit is anchored on the left and the ship-rigged corvette Queen …
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- Amherstburg Shoreline, 1804
A busy pre-war view of the waterfront based on an 1804 map. The upbound schooner General Wilkenson passes several ships and a lumber raft.
A busy pre-war view of the waterfront based on an 1804 map. The upbound schooner General Wilkenson passes several ships and a lumber raft.
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- Arrival Of Simcoe At Niagara, 1792
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- Battle of Fort George, May 27, 1813
With anchored U. S. schooners providing close support, American infantry boats came ashore near Fort George at the mouth of the Niagara River. This successful amphibious attack provided a useful template for combined navy-army operations in the years to come.
With anchored U. S. schooners providing close support, American infantry boats came ashore near Fort George at the mouth of the Niagara River. This successful amphibious attack provided a useful …
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- Battle Of Lake Erie from the British Line
Perry has abandoned the Lawrence and has been taken by rowboat to assume command of the fresh brig Niagara, which is beginning to turn downwind. HMS Detroit (centre) is in the process of turning downwind herself, but will foul Queen Charlotte as she does so.
Perry has abandoned the Lawrence and has been taken by rowboat to assume command of the fresh brig Niagara, which is beginning to turn downwind. HMS Detroit (centre) is in …
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- Burlington Races
In the September 28, 1813 engagement, the Wolfe ran downwind into Burlington Bay and sought refuge close to shore. The pattern of damage on the flagship meant that she could only follow the wind's direction after she had benefit. Contrary to some reports, recent research has indicated the the ships …
In the September 28, 1813 engagement, the Wolfe ran downwind into Burlington Bay and sought refuge close to shore. The pattern of damage on the flagship meant that she could …
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- Burning Two Brothers
During the American hunt for the Royal George early in the war, the U. S. Schooner Hamilton came across the tiny merchant schooner Two Brothers, on the morning of November 10, 1812, off the village of Bath, Ontario. When her owners realized she would be captured, they sabotaged the rigging, …
During the American hunt for the Royal George early in the war, the U. S. Schooner Hamilton came across the tiny merchant schooner Two Brothers, on the morning of November …
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- Flight of the Royal George
In light winds, with all sail set, the flagship HMS Royal George ran for Kingston Harbour on the afternoon of November 10, 1812. Pursuing American schooners closed the distance under sweeps, but Royal George gained the protection of her port and shore batteries before they could catch her.
In light winds, with all sail set, the flagship HMS Royal George ran for Kingston Harbour on the afternoon of November 10, 1812. Pursuing American schooners closed the distance under …
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- Closing Moments
The view about 3:00, as Niagara is "hove to," pouring carronade rounds into the enemy. Queen Charlotte is seen lowering her white ensign in surrender, with Detroit following suit shortly afterwards. As a tribute to his friend's dying words, you will see Perry's rallying call on the blue flag, "Don't …
The view about 3:00, as Niagara is "hove to," pouring carronade rounds into the enemy. Queen Charlotte is seen lowering her white ensign in surrender, with Detroit following suit shortly …
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- Early Thames River Shipping
The bones of merchantmen ELLEN (rep. 100 tons) and MARY (rep. 60 tons) are still in the Thames silt, after participating in Procter's retreat. This ship could be either of those.
The bones of merchantmen ELLEN (rep. 100 tons) and MARY (rep. 60 tons) are still in the Thames silt, after participating in Procter's retreat. This ship could be either of …
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- Enemy In Sight, September 18, 1813
In a rising easterly wind, the British flagship HMS Wolfe leads the British squadron out of York (Toronto) Harbour on the morning of September 28, 1813. The shoreline shows the damage from an American attack earlier in the year.
In a rising easterly wind, the British flagship HMS Wolfe leads the British squadron out of York (Toronto) Harbour on the morning of September 28, 1813. The shoreline shows the …
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- Engagement In The Gale
At the climax of the September 18, 1813 battle on Lake Ontario, the Royal George (sunlit) prevents the American flagship General Pike from boarding the damaged British flagship HMS Wolfe. As the larger American ships towed their smaller counterparts, the Pike is seen towing the schooner USS Asp. This episode …
At the climax of the September 18, 1813 battle on Lake Ontario, the Royal George (sunlit) prevents the American flagship General Pike from boarding the damaged British flagship HMS Wolfe. …
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- Farewell to the Fallen
Sunset following the Battle of Lake Erie, as all ships bury their dead at sea and begin repairs at anchor. The badly damaged U. S. brig Lawrence is seen in the foreground.
Sunset following the Battle of Lake Erie, as all ships bury their dead at sea and begin repairs at anchor. The badly damaged U. S. brig Lawrence is seen in …
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- Winter at Fort Erie, 1812
Soldiers with lanterns patrol Fort Erie in deep snow. Fort Erie was the site of fierce fighting later in the war.
Soldiers with lanterns patrol Fort Erie in deep snow. Fort Erie was the site of fierce fighting later in the war.
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