Battle of Stoney Creek facts for kids
The Battle of Stoney Creek was a key event during the War of 1812. It happened on June 6, 1813. This battle was fought between soldiers from the United Kingdom (and their Canadian allies) and the United States.
Who Fought in the Battle?
The main leaders for the British side were John Vincent and John Harvey. For the American forces, the main commanders were John Chandler and William H. Winder.
About 700 British soldiers took part in the battle. The American army was much larger, with 3,400 soldiers. However, only about 1,328 of them actively fought.
Battle Outcomes
The battle was short but intense. The British had 23 soldiers killed, 136 wounded, 52 captured, and 3 missing. The American forces had 16 soldiers killed, 38 wounded, and 100 captured.
Images for kids
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Billy Green was a local person from Stoney Creek. He helped the British by sharing the American secret password and guiding them.
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Lieutenant-Colonel John Harvey led the British troops during their surprise night attack.
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During the battle, General William Winder ordered his troops to protect the left side, which accidentally created a gap in the American lines.
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American General John Chandler was captured by the British near the end of the battle.
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After the battle, Major General Morgan Lewis tried to move towards Stoney Creek to push back the British.
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The Battlefield Monument at Battlefield Park remembers the Battle of Stoney Creek.
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