Episode 2 of 3
British Siege Begins
- When
- 4 August to 21 September 1814
- Where
- Fort Erie
The British siege of Fort Erie began on 4 August 1814, marking one of the last engagements of the war.
General Gordon Drummond initiated the siege to retake the fort. During this phase, American schooners in the Niagara River harassed British construction efforts. The siege lasted until 21 September 1814, ending in a British withdrawal.
Sources
- Siege of Fort Erie Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-22
- Battle of Cook's Mills Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-21
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