Episode 3 of 4
Sheaffe Retreat and Removal
- When
- May 8, 1813
- Where
- Upper Canada
Major General Sheaffe lost his military and public offices in Upper Canada as a result of his defeat and perceived lack of leadership.
Militia officers and the Reverend Strachan wrote to Governor General Prevost on May 8, 1813, criticizing Sheaffe for keeping too far from his troops after retreating from the woods. They noted he never cheered or animated them, nor showed by his personal conduct that he was hearty in the cause.
Sources
- Battle of York Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-22
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