The Niagara Falls History is rich and eventful!
Niagara Falls history is a featured part of both Canadian and American school children's history books.
The Niagara Region has been an important historical site in both Canadian and American History. With the British victory over the French in 1763, all of New France was ceded to Great Britain. Discover some of what happened after that...
The War of 1812 is celebrating it's 200 year anniversay and as a result Niagara Falls is in the spotlight in 2012 as this is where a lot of the most significant battles took place.
Queenston Heights Site of both important American and British /Canadian /Indian victories | Battle of Chippawa Many historians cite the Battle of Chippawa as the birthplace of the US Army | |
Link between Niagara River and the Upper Great Lakes in British North America
British headquarters during War of 1812 where Major General Sir Issac Brock served
Over 300 years it was occupied by France, Great Britain, and the United States
She overheard American officers plotting an attack, and travelled 32 km (20m) journey to warn the British.
British headquarters, while also serving as a hospital for wounded soldiers from both sides
William Lyon Mackenzie started his career as publisher and aggitator for political reform
History of Queenston Chapel illustrates the ongoing religious struggles of the time
What's your favourite Historical Niagara Attraction?
What was the most unforgettable part of History that you saw here in Niagara. Tell us your story, share your experience or just relive it again . . .
There are many other areas you can explore while you are visiting Niagara. The hard part may be deciding what to do next.
