From the September 13, 2013, Fort Erie (Canada) Post.
Niagara's (Canada) 1812 Legacy Council is honoring Col. James Kerby (1785-1854) with a new plaque at his grave at St. Paul's Anglican Church at Fort Erie.
This will take place on September 15th and will include re-enactors.
Kerby was born in 1785 near Sandwich (Windsor) Ontario and placed in command of the artillery in the 2nd Lincoln Militia. He fought at Frenchman's Creek, the Battle of Fort George, Capture of Fort Niagara, Battle of Lundy's Lane and the Siege of Fort Erie.
Wounded two times, he received numerous commendations for service, including being awarded a sword. After the war, he led a life in public service and continued in the militia.
--Brock-Perry
2012 marks the 200th anniversary of America's "Forgotten War," the War of 1812 that took place over three years, 1812 to 1815.
Battle of New Orleans.
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