A few heroes of the War were Sir Isaac Brock, Charles de Salaberry, Laura Secord, and Tecumseh.

Sir Isaac Brock led a small force of British troops, natives and the Canadian militia against two thousand American troops.

Charles de Salaberry was a French-Canadian who distinguished himself as one of the great military leaders of the War of 1812.

Laura Secord, after overhearing the U.S. officer's plan for a surprise attack to crush the British at Beaver Dams, set out before dawn to walk thirty-four kilometres away from the main roads to warn the British.

Tecumseh was born in the Ohio Valley in 1768. The Shawnee chief fought all of his life to ensure his people a homeland. 

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Laura Secord set out before dawn, taking the thirty-four km route, trying to avoid the main roads. Before noon, Laura reached the Black swamp. After reaching the clearing Laura was surrounded by a band of Iroquois. She was able to communicate and an escort was provided. After an hour, she reached the British camp, delivered her message then fainted. Two days later, the U.S. force was defeated.

Sir Isaac Brock was born in Guernsey on the Channel Island in 1769. Brock joined the British army at the age of 15. He was given command of the 49th Regiment, turning it into one of the best services.

Without the help of Tecumseh and his native warriors. Upper Canada might have been lost. They played an important role in the first campaign of the war. Although Brock was a firm supporter, the British leadership betrayed Tecumseh after Brock's death at Queenston Heights. Tecumseh was killed at the battle of the Thames in October 1813, and the dream of an Indian nation was never realized.

In September 1812, a considerable American force under the command of General Hampton moved up to the Richelieu River. The goal was supposed to be Montreal, a very important cog in the defender's supply line in Upper Canada. Low water levels forced the invaders to turn back.

Reflection

My reflection on the heroes of 1812 is that they were very noble people that risk to help others. Their display of courage was exceptional. To think that Laura Secord's brave act wasn't even recorded until 1860 when she was 85 years old! She was sent one hundred pounds for her efforts. I think that they could have given her more seeing as she risked her life to ensure the safety of others. Still the heroes of the war are a perfect example of heroism.