Daily Archives: August 16, 2012

Navy Week will feature ships, tours

Posted on August 16, 2012 by administrator

BLADE STAFF The Navy is headed to Toledo for Navy Week, which commemorates the War of 1812’s bicentennial. Four modern naval and Coast Guard vessels, plus a reconstruction of one of the oldest ships, will be the focal points of … Continue reading →

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The War Of 1812: The Surrender Of Detroit

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WKAR By Scott Pohl Credit Courtesy: U.S. History Images Gen. William Hull faced court-martial for surrendering Detroit to the British. Today marks the bicentennial of the surrender of Detroit to the British in the War of 1812. The key figure … Continue reading →

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Who Really Won the War of 1812?

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 16, 2012 Who Really Won the War of 1812? Fort Erie– Depending on which side of the border you are from, you probably already have an opinion about this long and highly debated question, but on … Continue reading →

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