Answer Key for War of 1812 PDF
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This document provides answer key details about the War of 1812. It highlights important figures like Queenston Heights, Laura Secord, and Richard Pierpoint, focusing on their roles in the conflict. The document's content seems to relate to Canadian history.
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Answer Key Video Title Importance to Canadian History Queenston ▪ Fighters from the Six Nations formed a collation to support the British military during the War of Heights 1812 ▪ Even after the news of General Brock’s death...
Answer Key Video Title Importance to Canadian History Queenston ▪ Fighters from the Six Nations formed a collation to support the British military during the War of Heights 1812 ▪ Even after the news of General Brock’s death they continued on to defend Queenston from the Americans ▪ They were successful in holding off American advances until more British troops arrived ▪ Their support was essential in prevention an American invasion ▪ Overheard American plans for an attack on Lieutenant James FitzGibbon at Beaver Dams Laura Secord ▪ She walked 30 kilometers in the June heat to where he was stationed to warn him of the impending attack by the Americans ▪ Because of her efforts, the British troops were ready for the American attack ▪ Wanted to enlist in the British military, at the age of 68, to help in the War of 1812 Richard ▪ Was rejected at first, but then earned the right Pierpoint to fight ▪ His unit was one of the first on scene at the Battle of Queenston Heights to support the Six Nations warriors defending against the American attack ▪ After the war he helped men and women escape slavery through the underground railroad © http://www.2peasandadog.com
