The Battle of Lake Erie began on September 10, 1813, during the War of 1812, when American naval forces under Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry sought to challenge British control over Lake Erie. Tensions escalated as the British, commanded by Captain Robert H. Barclay, had established a strong naval presence in the region. Perry aimed to secure vital supply lines and support American land forces in the Northwest Territory. The battle commenced as Perry's fleet engaged the British in a fierce naval confrontation, ultimately leading to a decisive American victory.
The Battle of Lake Erie was fought on Lake Erie between the Americans and the British in the War of 1812
The Battle of Lake Erie was fought on 10 September 1813.
Battle of Lake Erie happened on 1813-09-10.
Battle of Lake Erie
The Battles of Lake Erie and Thames were both pivotal & resounding American triumphs in the War of 1812.
The Battles of Lake Erie and Thames were both pivotal & resounding American triumphs in the War of 1812.
Joseph Blyth Allston has written: 'Sumter' 'The battle of Lake Erie' -- subject(s): Lake Erie, Battle of, 1813
Captain Oliver Hazard Perry won the battle of Lake *Erie.
Evidently the battle took place near Little Sister Island . . . west of South Bass Island
September 10, 1812
Oliver Hazard Perry
Perry Monument