June 1812

Historical Events in June 1812

Election of Interest

Jun 8 Robert Jenkinson becomes Prime Minister of the United Kingdom after Spencer Perceval's assassination

British Prime Minister Robert Jenkinson — British Prime Minister
Robert Jenkinson

British Prime Minister Spencer Perceval — British Prime Minister
Spencer Perceval

Jun 18 War of 1812 begins as US declares war against Britain

Victory in Battle

Jun 22 Upon learning of plans by the Americans to execute a surprise attack, Laura Secord walks 32 km to warn British troops, results in a British surprise victory at the Battle of Beaver Dams

Canadian War Heroine Laura Secord — Canadian War Heroine
Laura Secord

Event of Interest

Jun 24 Napoleon Bonaparte's forces invade Russia crossing the Neman River

French Emperor Napoléon Bonaparte — French Emperor
Napoléon Bonaparte

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