The Battle of the Thames was a significant military conflict that took place during the War of 1812 between British and American forces. It occurred on October 5, 1813, near present-day Chatham-Kent in Ontario, Canada.
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Tecumseh: A Native American leader who fought alongside British forces in the Battle of the Thames. He played a crucial role in organizing indigenous resistance against American expansion.
Oliver Hazard Perry: An American naval commander who achieved victory at the Battle of Lake Erie, which indirectly influenced events leading up to the Battle of the Thames.
War Hawks: A group of politicians from Western and Southern states who advocated for war with Britain in order to expand American territory and protect trade interests.