I was unable to find out much about Duncan Clinch's service during the War of 1812, but he commanded a company in the 3rd U.S. Infantry so what they did, he probably did.
Wikipedia says that during the War of 1812 they served in Canada, Chippewa and Lundy's Lane. They are the regiment known as the "Old Guard" famous for their guarding the Tomb of the Unknowns at Arlington National Cemetery..
They were in the Seventh Military District as well which was headquartered in New Orleans. They participated in fighting against the Creek Indians and in Jackson's capture of Pensacola.
--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.
Trying to find if soldier Joseph Elkins from Cabell County VA/WV fought and died as part of this Infantry. (He apparently was also part of the 72 Reg. VA Militia. He apparently died during the War, a friend married his widow as he had promised to do. Any information, please contact me, at ddeemfamilyhistory@gmail.com
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