Niagara-on-the-Lake in Niagara Region, Ontario — Central Canada (North America)
The Battle of Fort George
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 (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.
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 158 times since then and 12 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. submitted on September 24, 2019, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey.