Chatham in Chatham-Kent, Ontario — Central Canada (North America)
Tecumseh
Erected by Ontario Heritage Foundation & Kent Military Re-enactment Society.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Native Americans • War of 1812. A significant historical date for this entry is October 4, 1813.
Location. 42° 24.396′ N, 82° 11.024′ W. Marker is in Chatham, Ontario, in Chatham-Kent. Marker can be reached from the intersection of William Street North and Murray Street, on the left when traveling north. The historical marker is located in Chatham, upstream of the fork in the Thames River, in Tecumseh Park, just north of the 6th Street footbridge, situated along a park walkway. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 89 William Street North, Chatham ON N7M 4V1, Canada. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Chatham Blockhouse (here, next to this marker); The Forks (within shouting distance of this marker); Skirmish at the Forks (within shouting distance of this marker); British Encampment: Forks of the Thames (within shouting distance of this marker); a different marker also named Skirmish at the Forks (within shouting distance of this marker); Casualties of the Skirmish (within shouting distance of this marker); Chatham Armoury (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Kent County Court House (approx. half a kilometer away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Chatham.
Credits. This page was last revised on September 27, 2019. It was originally submitted on January 18, 2014, by Dale K. Benington of Toledo, Ohio. This page has been viewed 758 times since then and 17 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on January 18, 2014, by Dale K. Benington of Toledo, Ohio.