June 1813

Tuesday 01:

The United States Navy gains its motto as the mortally wounded commander of the frigate Chesapeake, Capt. James Lawrence, said, 'Don't give up the ship'.

Sunday 06:

A British force of 700 under John Vincent defeat an American force three times its size under William Winder and John Chandler.

Monday 21:

Laura Secord sets out to warn British forces of an impending U.S. attack on Queenston, Ontario.

Thursday 24:

Battle of Beaver Dams : A British, and Indian joint force defeat the U.S Army.