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British capture the nation's capital... Battle of Lundy's Lane...
British capture the nation's capital... Battle of Lundy's Lane...
Item # 701495
August 30, 1814
AMERICAN MERCURY, Hartford, Aug. 30, 1814
* Burning of Washington (capture)
* British attack on the capital of U.S.
* Battle of Lundy's Lane - Bridgewater
Page 2 has a lengthy (over 3 columns) report on the Battle of Lundy's Lane near Niagara, written by the American commander: Jacob Brown.
This notable battle was also known as the Battle of Niagara, fought on July 25 between an invading American army and a British and Canadian army near present-day Niagara Falls. It was one of the bloodiest battles of the War of 1812, and one of the deadliest battles fought in Canada, with approximately 1,720 casualties including 258 killed.
But of even greater significance is the excellent page 3 report of the capture of the nation's Capitol, headed: "Highly Interesting and Very Important News" "Report of the Capture of the CAPITOL, on Wednesday night, by the Enemy's army under Lord Hull and Generals Ross and Picton..." followed by detailed t4ext on the battle.
Other page 3 reports include: "Splendid Defense of Fort Erie" & "Latest From Buffalo". Related content on the back page as well.
But of even greater significance is the excellent page 3 report of the capture of the nation's Capitol, headed: "Highly Interesting and Very Important News" "Report of the Capture of the CAPITOL, on Wednesday night, by the Enemy's army under Lord Hull and Generals Ross and Picton..." followed by detailed t4ext on the battle.
Other page 3 reports include: "Splendid Defense of Fort Erie" & "Latest From Buffalo". Related content on the back page as well.
Four pages, archival strengthening at the blank spine, nice condition.
Category: War of 1812
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