Memorial Burlington Heights

This memorial at the Burlington Heights National Historic Site describes the creation of the British defense line during the War of 1812. From here, the British launched an attack in the Battle of Stoney Creek, which took place on 6 June 1813. The battle was won by the British.

This cannon at the Burlington Heights National Historic Site commemorates the use of the Burlington Heights as a British defense line during the War of 1812.

Text on the stone:
"This stone marks the line of earthworks in first line of defense 1812 – 1815"

The Burlington Heights were uses as a British defense line during the War of 1812. From here, the British launched an attack in the Battle of Stoney Creek, which took place on 6 June 1813. The battle was won by the British.

Do you have more information about this location? Inform us!

Source

• Text: Fedor de Vries
• Photos: Laslovarga (1), Laslovarga (2), Laslovarga (3), Laslovarga (4)