Queenston in Niagara Region, Ontario — Central Canada (North America)

Sir Isaac Brock

(1769 – 1812)

Photographed By Bill Coughlin, September 19, 2019

1. Sir Isaac Brock Marker

Inscription. This British officer, “the hero of Upper Canada,” led the successful defense of the province early in the War of 1812. Appointed commander of military forces in 1810, he organized the militia and prepared the colony for possible war with the United States. Following the outbreak of war and the forging of a crucial alliance with Shawnee Chief Tecumseh, Major-General Brock led the daring capture of Detroit, securing the western frontier and boosting the morale of Upper Canadians. His death on 13 October 1812, while attempting to recapture Queenston Heights, has made Sir Isaac Brock a national hero and an enduring symbol of bravery and patriotism for successive generations of Canadians.

Erected by Historic Sites and Monuments Board of Canada and Parks Canada.

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: War of 1812. In addition, it is included in the Canada, Historic Sites and Monuments Board series list. A significant historical date for this entry is October 13, 1812.

Location. 43° 9.614′ N, 79° 3.172′ W. Marker is in Queenston, Ontario, in Niagara Region. Marker can be reached from Niagara Parkway, on the left when traveling north. Marker is located in Queenston Heights Park. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Queenston ON L0S 1L0, Canada. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are

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within walking distance of this marker. Brock's Monument (a few steps from this marker); a different marker also named Brock's Monument (a few steps from this marker); The "Colored Corps" 1812 - 1815 (a few steps from this marker); Sir Roger Hale Sheaffe (a few steps from this marker); The Battle of Queenston Heights (a few steps from this marker); The Decisive Battle (within shouting distance of this marker); a different marker also named The Battle of Queenston Heights (within shouting distance of this marker); Attack (about 150 meters away, measured in a direct line). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Queenston.

Also see . . . Biography of Sir Isaac Brock. The War of 1812 website. (Submitted on September 24, 2019, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey.)

Photographed By Bill Coughlin, September 19, 2019

2. Sir Isaac Brock Marker

Brock Monument image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Bill Coughlin, September 19, 2019

3. Brock Monument

The Sir Isaac Brock marker can be seen at the right corner of the Brock Monument. Major General Sir Isaac Brock is interred within this monument.

Original Burial Site of Maj. Gen. Brock image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Bill Coughlin, September 19, 2019

4. Original Burial Site of Maj. Gen. Brock

Major-General Isaac Brock was originally buried near an artillery battery at Fort George. His body was moved to the Bock Monument on October 13, 1824.

Credits. This page was last revised on October 2, 2019. It was originally submitted on September 24, 2019, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey. This page has been viewed 290 times since then and 27 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on September 24, 2019, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey.