Fort George War of 1812 Vintage Print Storming of Fort George 1813

Description: Vintage Print: The Storming of Fort George, May 27th, 1813 Year of Publication: 1858 Harper's Weekly Size: 16.5" x 11" Condition: excellent, normal aging (see pictures) will combine shipping if multiple items are purchased 1 / 1The Storming of Fort George was a significant battle that took place during the War of 1812 between the United States and the British Empire. The battle took place on May 27, 1813, at Fort George, a British stronghold located in what is now Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, Canada.The American forces, under the command of General John Vincent, had successfully landed at the north end of Lake Ontario and captured the town of York (now Toronto). After securing the town, the Americans turned their attention to Fort George, which was a key military installation protecting the Niagara River and the western part of Upper Canada.The American army, consisting of around 3,000 soldiers, launched a surprise attack on Fort George in the early hours of May 27. The British defenders, numbering around 1,300 soldiers, fought back fiercely, but were ultimately overwhelmed by the American assault.The American victory at the Storming of Fort George was a significant blow to the British military, as it allowed the Americans to gain control of the Niagara River and to move deeper into Upper Canada. The victory also boosted the morale of the American troops and the nation as a whole.However, the victory was short-lived, as the British counter-attacked and retook Fort George in December of the same year. The War of 1812 continued for another two years, with both sides experiencing victories and defeats before the war ultimately ended in a stalemate with the signing of the Treaty of Ghent in 1814

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