THE VIRGINIA DYNASTY 1801 1825
WAR OF 1812
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Battle of the Thames
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Battle of New Orleans
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Battle of Tippecanoe
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Battle of Lake Erie
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Detailed explanation-1: -In the first unqualified defeat of a British naval squadron in history, U.S. Captain Oliver Hazard Perry leads a fleet of nine American ships to victory over a squadron of six British warships at the Battle of Lake Erie during the War of 1812.
Detailed explanation-2: -Perry helped the US end the War of 1812 by beating the Royal Navy in the Battle of Lake Erie. During this battle, Perry’s quick-thinking helped him to lead the United States to one of its first and greatest naval victories. This park memorializes his leadership and bravery under pressure.
Detailed explanation-3: -On September 10, 1813, the Battle of Lake Erie took place. The Americans had nine vessels, while the British had six.
Detailed explanation-4: -Meanwhile, Commander Robert Heriot Barclay was appointed to command the British squadron on Lake Erie.