Near Queenston in Niagara Region, Ontario — Central Canada (North America)
The Counter-Offensive Takes Shape
The Battle of Queenston Heights Walking Tour
— Stop 4 of the 5-Stop Walking Tour —
Photographed By David Graff, April 28, 2012
1. The Counter-Offensive Takes Shape Marker
While the Americans controlled Queenston Heights they were prevented from properly establishing their position by the harassment of 120 Indians under Chief Norton. In the meantime, Regular British troops and Canadian militia were arriving from Fort George and other outposts. Under the direction of Major General Roger Sheaffe, they climbed the heights of Queenston and assembled for the last battle.
French text follows on right.
Erected by Parks Canada. (Marker Number 4.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: War of 1812.
Location. 43° 9.703′ N, 79° 3.141′ W. Marker is near Queenston, Ontario, in Niagara Region. Marker can be reached from Niagara Parkway, 0.3 kilometers east of York Road (Local Road 81), on the right when traveling west. This marker is Stop 4 of the Queenston Heights walking tour. It can be reached by following the trail, or from a stairway and trail downslope from a scenic lookoff on the Niagara Parkway. At this marker, take a 90 degree
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Site of Redan Battery (about 150 meters away, measured in a direct line); The Capture of the Redan and the Death of Brock (about 150 meters away); Sir Roger Hale Sheaffe (about 150 meters away); The Decisive Battle (about 150 meters away); The Battle of Queenston Heights (about 150 meters away); The "Colored Corps" 1812 - 1815 (about 150 meters away); Sir Isaac Brock (about 180 meters away); Brock's Monument (about 180 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Queenston.
Related markers. Click here for a list of markers that are related to this marker. To better understand the relationship, study each marker in the order shown.
Additional keywords. Brock
Photographed By David Graff, April 28, 2012
2. Counter-Offensive Takes Shape Marker
Detail of text.
Photographed By David Graff, April 28, 2012
3. The Counter-Offensive Takes Shape Marker
Detail of trail map.
Photographed By David Graff, April 28, 2012
4. The Counter-Offensive Takes Shape Marker
Detail of battlefield sculpture showing location.
Photographed By David Graff, April 28, 2012
5. The Counter-Offensive Takes Shape Marker
The walking trail turns to the left at this marker, not straight ahead.
Photographed By Dale K. Benington, June 10, 2012
6. The Counter-Offensive Takes Shape Marker
View of the historic marker along the side of the walking trail.
Photographed By David Graff, April 28, 2012
7. The Niagara Escarpment Slope
The British troops and Canadian militia advanced up the slope near here, without benefit of the stairs.
Credits. This page was last revised on September 27, 2019. It was originally submitted on May 20, 2012, by David Graff of Halifax, Nova Scotia. This page has been viewed 711 times since then and 13 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. submitted on May 20, 2012, by David Graff of Halifax, Nova Scotia. 6. submitted on June 28, 2012, by Dale K. Benington of Toledo, Ohio. 7. submitted on May 20, 2012, by David Graff of Halifax, Nova Scotia. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.
