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image shows the calmness of Lake Erie. The Lake is part of the Great Lakes. The Great Lakes began to form at the end of the last ice age as retreating ice sheets carved basins into the land and they became filled with the melted water from the glaciers. This feature is unique because it is the warmest of the Great Lakes, but it also freezes over more than the rest of the Lakes. The lake was also a big battle site of the War of 1812. The image shows the thundering Niagara Falls (both the…

Buffalo, NY is the second most populated city after New York City. It sits on the shores of Lake Erie in the western part of the state, and at the head of the Niagara River. The residents of the city are called Buffalonians. Every month, whether it's summer or winter, it's a city that has plenty for cheap city breaks in Buffalo. Whether it's Ice Biking at Canalside in the winter or the Niagara Wine Trail in the summer, visitors looking for city breaks in Buffalo will have plenty of choices…

which first was a mission. We now know St. Ignace as a city of the Upper Peninsula in 1671. The Jesuits were important in establishing Christianity in Michigan and to the Native Americans. (May, 1995) In 1679, the first vessel to sail the Great Lakes was constructed; its name the Griffin. Robert Cavalier de La Salle…

to build a canal connecting the Niagara River to Lake Ontario. Soon, a problem arose, and he lost all funding and had to abandon the project midway. Furthermore, a huge hole was left behind in the center of the small residential area: about 50 feet wide and 10 to 40 feet deep. With no uses for the large pit, the Niagara Power and Development Company allowed Hooker Chemical Company to dump their chemical waste into the unfinished trench in 1942. Later, the Niagara Falls City School District…

unskilled, most of the men enlisted in the army lacked experience and morale, and the systems for maintaining a troop’s well-being were insufficient. The first invasion of Canada called for a series of ambushes in three distinct areas; Montreal, the Niagara frontier, and the Detroit frontier. Under the command of General Isaac Brock, the British-Canadian forces were capable of protecting their land and were able to push the Americans back. None of the first attacks initiated on Canada were…

environment for decades. Other chemicals can become more toxic as they break down (South Georgian Bay lake Simcoe protection region, 2014). These chemicals can lead to serious health issues in humans. Since they are carcinogenic, even at low levels, they will have severe impacts on health. (Ontario Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change, 2015). There is also the fact groundwater replenishes lakes, which happens to also be from where a large portion of Canada draws its water from. Around…

and his brother along with their wives on an 1895 fishing excursion. The Bampfields were one of the wealthiest families in Niagara Falls Ontario whose success emanated form various commercial development such as the Great Western Restaurant and a stockholder in the Niagara Falls Electric Light and Power Company. One of their sons, James Jr. brought electricity to the Niagara Falls area. Their family home, Bampfield Hall, is now a historic site. In mid-July 1898, one of the guests that John and…

that’s all I know) Perry was a good leader because not only was he an American naval commander, but he destroyed the British at the Battle of Lake Erie. During the war against Britain, Perry supervised the building of a fleet at Erie, Pennsylvania. He earned the title “Hero of Lake Erie” for leading American forces in a decisive naval victory at the Battle of Lake Erie. Perry was also awarded a Congressional Gold Medal and the Thanks of Congress. His leadership aided the successful results of…

guard house. The entrance faced south so it was facing lake Ontario and there was a path that lead to the lake. It was also built prior [before] the French and Indian war. A drawing of Fort Rouille Important Events: Fort Rouille was constructed in 1720 and twenty years later after it was damaged because of harsh winters and bad weather they restored it [fixed it up] with new wood and then in 1759 they burned it down when fort Niagara was attacked by the british. The reason they burned it…

attractions to offer. From cities with rich cultural history to natural wonders that will mesmerize your eyes, the country is a paradise for backpacker who is seeking for adventure. Here are the compelling reasons to visit Canada. Feel the Thrill Niagara Falls Niagara Falls is one of the biggest falls in the world and its beauty has seduced millions of tourists each year. These gigantic falls drop around 57 meters. This is the best place to hang around for people who are looking for thrill and…