Siege

Siege of Fort Mackinac

17 Jul 1812 · 45.86° N, 84.63° W

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17 Jul 1812
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Siege
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45.86° N, 84.63° W
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engagement of the War of 1812

Siege of Fort Mackinac

Engagement during the War of 1812

The Capture of Fort Mackinac was one of the first engagements of the War of 1812. A British and Native American force captured the island soon after the outbreak of war between Britain and the United States. Encouraged by the easy British victory, more Native Americans rallied to their support. Their cooperation was an important factor in several British victories during the remainder of the war.

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