Battle of the Thames

The Battle of the Thames, also known as the Battle of Moraviantown, was a decisive American victory in the War of 1812 which took place on October 5, 1813.

Background

In September, 1813 the American navy under Oliver Hazard Perry scored a decisive victory in the Battle of Lake Erie. British General Henry Procter, feared losing his supply lines and, against the advice of his ally Tecumseh, was retreating from Fort Malden. American General William Henry Harrison trailed Procter through Upper Canada. Tecumseh had pleaded with Procter to stop and face Harrison several times. Finally Procter was convinced to face Harrison at Moraviantown on the Thames River.

Related Topics:
September - 1813 - Oliver Hazard Perry - Battle of Lake Erie - British - Henry Procter - Tecumseh - Fort Malden - American - William Henry Harrison - Upper Canada - Thames River

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