Battle of Beaver Dams

The Battle of Beaver Dams took place on June 24, 1813, during the War of 1812 between American and British forces in present-day Ontario, Canada. A small British garrison, supported by Indigenous allies, successfully defended against a larger American force aiming to capture the area. The British used clever tactics, including ambushes and surprise attacks, to take advantage of their knowledge of the terrain. The battle is notable for showcasing the cooperation between British troops and Indigenous warriors, and it ultimately prevented the Americans from advancing further into Canada at that time.