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War of 1812: A combined force of British regulars, Canadian militia and Mohawks defeat the United States Army in the Battle of the Chateauguay.
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War of 1812
1812–1815 conflict in North America
The War of 1812 was fought by the United States and its allies against the United Kingdom and its allies in North America. It began when the United States declared war on Britain on 18 June 1812. Although peace terms were agreed upon in the December 1814 Treaty of Ghent, the war…Source: Wikipedia (CC BY-SA)
British Regulars
British Army soldier of the 18th and 19th centuries
British Regulars is a term commonly used to describe the Napoleonic-era British foot soldiers who were known for their distinct red uniform and well-disciplined combat performance. These soldiers were members of the regular army, as compared to irregular military such as private…Source: Wikipedia (CC BY-SA)
Canadian Militia
Historical combat forces in Canada
The Canadian Militia is a historical title for military units raised for the defence of Canada. The term has been used to describe sedentary militia units raised from local communities in Canada; as well as the regular army for the Province of Canada and post-confederated…Source: Wikipedia (CC BY-SA)
Mohawk people
Indigenous First Nation of North America
The Mohawk, also known by their own name, Kanien'kehá:ka, are an Indigenous people of North America and the easternmost nation of the Haudenosaunee, or Iroquois Confederacy.Source: Wikipedia (CC BY-SA)
United States Army
Land service branch of the U.S. military
The United States Army (USA) is the primary land service branch of the United States Department of Defense. It is designated as the Army of the United States in the United States Constitution. It operates under the authority, direction, and control of the United States secretary…Source: Wikipedia (CC BY-SA)
Battle of the Chateauguay
War of 1812 battle
The Battle of the Chateauguay was an engagement of the War of 1812. On 26 October 1813, a combined British and Canadian force consisting of 1,530 regulars, volunteers, militia and Mohawk warriors from Lower Canada, commanded by Charles de Salaberry, repelled an American force of…Source: Wikipedia (CC BY-SA)