A map from 1832 of the Niagara River between Queenston and Chippewa. During the War of 1812, the Niagara region became an important battleground. Fort Niagara was located on the American side and Fort George was located on the Canadian side. The most important battle occurred on October 13, 1812, when American soldiers attacked the Canadian post of Queenston. The American side was soundly defeated, however, due to poor organization. The British Major General Isaac Brock was killed in battle, which was a great loss to British forces. A monument for the Major General can be seen on the map just outside of Queenston.