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Occupation of Cornwall
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The Occupation of Cornwall was the capture and occupation of the town of Cornwall following the Battle of Crysler's Farm.
Quick Facts Date, Location ...
Occupation of Cornwall | |||||||
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Part of War of 1812 | |||||||
![]() Bicentennial banners commemorating the evacuation and occupation of Cornwall | |||||||
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Belligerents | |||||||
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Commanders and leaders | |||||||
Col. Neil McLean |
Gen. James Wilkinson Gen. John Boyd Maj. Benjamin Forsyth | ||||||
Units involved | |||||||
1st Regiment of Stormont Militia St. Regis Mohawk Warriors Glengarry Militia |
Wilkinson's Army Boyd's Command | ||||||
Strength | |||||||
200+ | 1500+ | ||||||
Casualties and losses | |||||||
No casualties | Several prisoners |
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