Niagara-on-the-Lake in Niagara Region, Ontario — Central Canada

The Battle of Fort George

Photographed By Bill Coughlin, September 19, 2019

1. The Battle of Fort George Marker

Inscription. Click to hear the inscription.

In May of 1813, combined artillery fire from Fort Niagara and detached batteries destroyed Fort George paving the way for invasion. On May 27th, a large American force defeated a much smaller number of British regulars, militia and First Nations warriors. This led to an American occupation of the area for the next seven months. Today, Fort George brings to life these troubled times and tells the stories of this pivotal part of Canadian history.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Forts and Castles • War of 1812. A significant historical date for this entry is May 27, 1813.

Location. 43° 15.123′ N, 79° 3.734′ W. Marker is in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, in Niagara Region. Marker can be reached from Queens Parade, on the right when traveling north. Marker is located near the entrance to Fort George. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Niagara-on-the-Lake ON L0S 1J0, Canada. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Fort Niagara (here, next to this marker); A Strategic Site (here, next to this marker); a different marker also named A Strategic Site (here, next to this marker); a different marker also named Fort Niagara

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(here, next to this marker); The Fortified Mouth of the Niagara River (a few steps from this marker); Sir Isaac Brock's First Burial Site (within shouting distance of this marker); Fort George (within shouting distance of this marker); Six Pounder Field Gun (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Niagara-on-the-Lake.

More about this marker. A picture on the marker shows Americans in boats landing near Fort George and being met by British soldiers defending the fort.

Markers at Fort George image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Bill Coughlin, September 19, 2019

2. Markers at Fort George

There are several markers at this location. The Battle of Fort George marker is seen here on the right.

The Battle of Fort George and other Markers image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Bill Coughlin, September 19, 2019

3. The Battle of Fort George and other Markers

Fort Niagara Battery image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Bill Coughlin, September 17, 2019

4. Fort Niagara Battery

Cannon from Fort Niagara fired on Fort George during the battle.

Powder Magazine at Fort George image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Bill Coughlin, September 19, 2019

5. Powder Magazine at Fort George

This is the only building that survived the Battle of Fort George.

Credits. This page was last revised on September 27, 2019. It was originally submitted on September 24, 2019, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey. This page has been viewed 116 times since then and 5 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. submitted on September 24, 2019, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey.