July 5, 1814 Battle of Chippewa

  Yesterday was the 204 anniversary of the Battle of Chippewa.  Although minor in terms of numbers the Battle is important in the rebuilding of the American army during the War of 1812.  General Winfield Scott 's highly trained brigade is able to stand toe to toe with British regulars.  The brigades gray jackets becomes the stuff of legend in the history of the American regular army.

   Later this month I will be visiting the battleground of Chippewa and Lundy's Lane.  I have a wedding to go to outside Buffalo New York and as part of the time there we will be visiting the Canadian side  of the Niagara falls area.

   In addition on July 22 I will be putting on a "What if" battle of Chippewa at club game night.  I will fight the historical battle but will allow additional reinforcement for both sides  of troops available who might have taken part in the fighting.


Please stay tuned!