General Isaac Brock

Brock pic (I made it)

SIR MAJOR GENERAL ISAAC BROCK
Isaac Brock was born in England on October 6th, 1769. As a youth, he was an exceptional swimmer and boxer. Brock grew to be a tall man of about 6 foot 2 inches.
Despite not having much formal education, Brock appreciated its importance and read constantly. His interests included military tactics, science, and also history and fiction (Shakespeare, Voltaire and Samuel Johnson).

Isaac Brock joined the army in Britain at age 15 and although he possessed no special political connections, he made a swift rise through the ranks to captain by 1791, only 6 years after joining. Brock was able to observe the tactical successes of Lord Nelson, who he admired. Brock was promoted to colonel in 1805 and made his second return to Canada. Upon return he found himself in charge of the entire British Army.

Brock's qoute (I made it)

In 1807 Brock was appointed brigadier general and ordered to take command of all the forces in Upper Canada in 1810. In 1811, he was promoted to Major General.
Increasing hostility between Britain and the Americans, led to war breaking out in 1812. The Americans believed that taking over the rest of North America, would be a simple march. Brock moved quickly to bolster Canadian defenses. His successes were based mostly on his extensive reading and several volumes on the science of setting up artillery. Despite this preparation, Brock felt that Canada was largely unprotected. Brock and his army recruited as many men as possible. Everyone who met him loved his charisma, confidence, intelligence and charm. Men, who had the opportunity to meet him, most certainly would believe in him and want to fight for him.

A monument for Brock (I made it)

He forged relations with Tecumseh and his Indian tribe to get their assistance in the war efforts.
Brock and the Canadian forces were outnumbered two to one, but using trickery, cunning and the help of Tecumseh’s army, they were able to achieve a great victory at Detroit. Brock then moved his troops to Queenston Heights to help defend against the American onslaught. As Brock would never order men, without taking the lead, he ordered an attack. Because of his height and general’s uniform, he was an obvious target. Brock was shot and killed by American sharpshooters. John Macdonell was the senior officer after Brock died and he led a follow-up attack using “Revenge the General” as a battle cry. They were unsuccessful, however, when General Roger Hale Sheaffe arrived with re-enforcements, he led a more cautious attack, that led to victory.

Brock in uniform (I made it)

A large funeral procession was held in honor of Brock and Macdonell, one side was filled with soldiers from the British army and the other side was filled with American Indian Tribes. Brock’s monument overlooks Queenston Heights. It was replaced in 1853 with a 56 m high monument. The inscription details his importance in Canadian history, and how truly honored were all to have served under him. His remains lie in the vault beneath.

Although Brock is not Canadian, he was viewed as a very important icon in Canadian history. There various memorials in his name, as well as, schools named after him and stamps published. He was highly thought of and respected. Although he had died in battle, he was appointed a Knight and received his coat of arms.

A web for Brock (I made it)