Historical Events tagged with "james fitzgibbon"
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British and Indian Forces Defeat U.S. Army
The Battle of Beaver Dams saw a combined force of British soldiers and Native Americans conduct a successful ambush against the Americans under Colonel Charles G. Desnoyers. Taking place near the Beaver Dams in present-day Ontario, this conflict resulted in a critical setback for American forces trying to advance in Canada during the War of 1812. The British, led by Lieutenant James Fitzgibbon, utilized local knowledge of the terrain to surprise their enemies. The victory was instrumental in defending British-occupied territories in North America.
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