Battles
A British Account of the Burning of Washington, A Scottish Regiment at the Battle of New Orleans, Battle of Baltimore - Battle Sequence, Battle of Crysler's Farm, Battle of Lundy's Lane, War of 1812, Battle of Mississinewa, Battle of Pensacola, Battles of the River Raisin, General Ross and the Battle of North Point, Ogdensburg's Role in the War of 1812
People
Perry, Oliver Hazard, Biography - Stephen Decatur, General Brock.com, Naval Officers of the War of 1812, Thomas Noble and the 41st Foot
Brock Centenary
A digital reproduction of the book Brock Centenary, which documents the commemoration of Brock's death at Queenston Heights.
Causes of the War of 1812
An outline of some of the issues that led to the War of 1812.
Click2History - The Story of America's Nation
The story of Francis Scott Key with links to Ft. McHenry, weapons, Key's manuscript and the British bar-room tune that became America's national anthem.
Fort Erie and the War of 1812
Location of a siege in 1814, which is reenacted every August. Good collection of links relating to the war and to living history groups.
Fort Mackinac - Mackinac State Historic Parks
Located in Lake Huron, the fort was captured by the British very early in the war, and remained in their hands despite American attempts to retake it. Site has visitor information.
Fort McHenry - A National Monument
Take a virtual tour of the Fort that defended Baltimore against the British invasion. Also contains history, information on the National Anthem, Civil War prisoner history, visitor information, and calendar of events.
Fort Meigs Memorial
Perrysburg, Ohio. A reconstruction of the original 1813 fort, contains history, visitor information, schedule of events, and maps.
Fort York
Toronto, ON. Fort York was the primary defensive position of York during the War of 1812.
H.M.S. Nancy and the War of 1812
The story of the schooner Nancy, which sailed the upper Great Lakes during the War of 1812, and the museum that houses her hull.
Lossing's Field Book of the War of 1812
Complete online edition of Lossing's monumental 1869 book covering the entire War of 1812.
Named Campaigns - War of 1812
"The Army Flag and Its Streamers" was prepared by the Office of the Chief of Military History, to provide general summaries of each of the campaigns displayed on the Army flag.
Native American's and the War of 1812
From the Michigan Pioneer & Historical Collection, primary sources that relate to the alliances created and destroyed by the conflict, the involvement of Indians in battles and military movements, and the relationship between the war and the religious revitalization/revolt that was led by Tecumseh and his brother, the Shawnee Prophet.
New York Militia Rolls
These lists are muster rolls only relating to the militia of Ulster County New York State. Includes description of uniform.
Old Fort Niagara-A Defended Border
History of the Youngstown, New York fort from 1796-1872, with much 1812 information.
Perry's Victory and International Peace Memor
Describes the Battle of Lake Erie and its effects, as well as the efforts and construction of the Peace Memorial.
Petersburg, Virginia Volunteers 1812-1813
Narrative history of the Petersburg, Virginia Volunteers in the War of 1812. Annotated with sources and other links.
Revolutionary War & War of 1812 Study
The Historic Preservation Study authorized by the U.S. Congress in 1996 because many sites of the wars are at risk from rapid development. Contains searchable lists and battle descriptions. Free registration required to see lists.
Super Frigates - America's High Tech Weapons
Description of the US ships that proved so effective in the War of 1812.
The Avalon Project : War of 1812 and Associated Do
Diplomatic papers from the War era including the Declaration of War and the Treaty of Ghent.
The Discriminating General's War of 1812 Webs
Part of a larger suite of military sites, this site offers articles, uniform charts and book reviews as well as a wide range of replica goods for reenactors.
The General Armstrong and the War of 1812
Describes the attack on a privateer during the War of 1812 that delayed the arrival of the British Fleet at New Orleans, thus changing the outcome of the battle.
The Hamilton-Scourge Project
The Hamilton and the Scourge were two schooners that sank in Lake Ontario during the War of 1812. Today, these vessels rest under 300 feet of water. Site includes a history of the war,information about the ships, their sinking, discovery, archeology, and future.
The US Army in the War of 1812.
Insignia of rank and historic watercolor paintings of uniforms worn by soldiers in the war.
The War of 1812
From Galafilm, the causes, events, and results of war between the US and England. Contains information about people, events, timelines, image gallery, and maps. Audio and animations options. Shockwave Plug-in and Quick Time download available.
The War Of 1812
This school project provides various information about the war of 1812, with a focus on nine major battles.
The War of 1812
An extract from American Military History, a description of the military events with maps.
Timeline of War of 1812
A list of battles and events leading up to and during the war of 1812.
U.S. Navy Regulations, 1814
Full text of regulations of the Navy Department for 1814
United States Navy Uniform, 1814
Description of uniforms for naval officers in 1814
War of 1812
From History Central, an overview of the major battles and causes of the war, with links to additional resources.
War of 1812 - Genealogy
Directory of links to aid in 1812 genealogical research.
War of 1812 - Methodist Meeting House
This building was known as the Battle Ground Methodist-Episcopal Church, which was occupied by General Stricker the night preceding the Battle of North Point and was used as a hospital by both armies, during and after the battle which took place on September 12, 1814.
War of 1812 Cemetery Erie County, New York
Cheektowaga, NY. War of 1812 Cemetery gravestone inscriptions.
War of 1812 in the Western District
This site from the Windsor Public Library details the War in the Detroit River region. Includes an introduction, the invasion of Canada, surrender of Detroit, Proctor's battles in Michigan, retreat, as well as the Battle of Lake Erie and a timeline.
War of 1812-1814
A variety of articles on the war including information on battles, weapons, soldiers, and women's roles. Also includes links to historic sites, reenactor information and many photographs.
West Point Atlas: War of 1812
Four detailed maps, provided by the US Military Academy, of major campaigns during the War of 1812.
Yahoo! Group: WarOf1812
A forum for discussion of all aspects of the War of 1812 between the United Kingdom and the United States.