This memorial is dedicated to Lieutenant-Colonel "Red George" Macdonell of the Glengarry Light Infantry and the capture of Ogdensburg. It was erected by the Ontario Archaeological and Historic Sites Board in 1961.
Prescott, Ontario
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CAPTURE OF OGDENSBURG
1813
On the morning of February 22, 1813, Lieutenant-Colonel
"Red George" Macdonell of the Glengarry Light Infantry
set out from Prescott with a force of some 480 regulars
and militia to capture the strong United States military
post at Ogdensburg. The attack was made in rataliation
for the recent American raid on Brockville and was contrary
to the orders of the commander-in-chief, Sir George
Prevost. Advancing across the ice, Macdonell's force
presented an easy target for the enemy artillery, but
after a fierce battle of about two hours the American
garrison of some 500 men was routed and Ogdensburg fell.
Erected by the Ontario Archaeological and Historic Sites Board.
Location
Capture of Ogdensburg 1813 Plaque
South end of Sophia Street on the waterfront
Prescott
Ontario
Capture of Ogdensburg 1813 Plaque
South end of Sophia Street on the waterfront
Prescott
Ontario
GPS Coordinates
Lat. 44.703694
Long. -75.520972
Lat. 44.703694
Long. -75.520972
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