In the War of 1812 the British successfully attacked Fort Niagara in the middle of winter. They retained the American garrison flag as a war trophy.
The full content is available in the Winter 2007 Issue.
Though far removed from the camouflage of today, the uniforms worn by War of 1812 soldiers served a variety of purposes.
A celebrated War of 1812 historian takes a look at one of America’s most. . . colorful. . . early generals.
Three centuries ago, French traders established this small, but important site in what is now Lewiston.
Today, Canadians remember William Lyon Mackenzie in a variety of ways, which often differ from how Americans view this controversial figure.
By: John Percy
Geography's impact on the history of Western New York and Ontario's Niagara Peninsula.
The first volume in Western New York Heritage's three part series.
National media coverage of Western New York's epic snowstorms are nothing new.
Not many units from Western New York were present during the Battle of Gettysburg. But two artillery officers left a legacy—in very different ways.