The Battle of Lundy's Lane Fought July 25, 1814: Considered Largest battle of the War

Fought 200 years ago.

BATTLE OF LUNDY'S LANE, UPPER CANADA

At dusk on 25 July 1814, the British and American armies clashed near the crossroads of Portage Road and Lundy's Lane.  The British, Canadians and First Nations held a commanding position on a ridge until nightfall, when American troops were able to capture the main British artillery battery posted in a churchyard.

The battle degenerated into a savage contest for the cannons.  The roar of battle could be heard at Buffalo, New York.  After failure of the final British attack, the Americans held the field, but withdrew.  The British reoccupied the battlefield at dawn.

  Both sides claimed victory and lost nearly 900 men.  The heavy losses shattered U.S. Major General Jacob Brown's army and ended any chance of a continued advance into Upper Canada.

A Decisive Battle (of Sorts).  --Brock-Perry