Following this battle, the town of Amherstsburg was captured.
Following this battle, the town of Amherstsburg was captured. During this battle, Lieutenant George Inglis took command of one side when his superior officer was wounded. Controversy surrounds the role of Jesse Elliot, who appeared to purposefully stay out of the early part of this battle. Prior to this battle, one side used barges called "camels" to lift their ships over a sand bar that protected Presque Isle. The losing side was led by Robert Barclay, who lost a leg and the use of his only remaining arm. The Lawrence was captured twice during this battle, forcing one officer to row to another vessel while under fire. Other vessels involved in this battle include the Queen Charlotte and the flagship Niagara. The winning commander notably sent a dispatch stating "we have met the enemy and they are ours." For 10 points, name this War of 1812 naval victory for Oliver Hazard Perry.
Following this battle, the town of Amherstsburg was captured.
Battle of Lake Erie [or Battle of Put-in-Bay]