Battle of Stoney Creek facts for kids

The Battle took at Stoney Creek.

The Battle of Stoney Creek was part of the War of 1812. It took place on June 6, 1813. The battle was between the United Kingdom and the United States.

Commanders and leaders

John Vincent and John Harvey were the main commanders and leaders for the United Kingdom. John Chandler and William H. Winder were the main commanders for the United States during the Battle of Stoney Creek.

There were 700 British soldiers. There were 3,400 American soldiets, of which 1,328 fought. The United Kingdom had 23 killed, 136 wounded, 52 captured and 3 missing. The United States had 16 killed, 38 wounded, and 100 captured.

Images for kids

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  Billy Green was a resident to Stoney Creek who revealed the American countersign to the British, and guided them to their positions.

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  British troops during the night attack were placed under the conduct and direction of Lieutenant-Colonel John Harvey.

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  During the battle, Gen William Winder ordered the U.S. 5th Infantry to protect the left flank, unintentionally creating a gap in the American lines.

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  American Gen John Chandler was captured near the end of the battle.

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  After the battle, Maj Gen Morgan Lewis proceeded towards Stoney Creek in an attempt to displace the British.

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  The Battlefield Monument at Battlefield Park commemorates the Battle of Stoney Creek.