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Battle of Stoney Creek

When
6 June 1813
Where
Stoney Creek, Ontario, Canada
Part of
Battle of Stoney Creek: British night attack checks the American invasion

British units made a night attack on the American encampment on 6 June 1813 near Stoney Creek, Ontario, resulting in a British victory.

The victory was attributed to the capture of two senior American officers and an overestimation of British strength by the Americans. The battle is considered a turning point in the defence of Upper Canada.

Sources

  1. Battle of Stoney Creek Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-31

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