Discover exactly what decision British Officials made come September 1, 1814 regarding their naval squadron. Get to know British Naval Captain George Downie. Learn where Captain Downie’s experiences lied along the waters, but discover whether or not he had any knowledge of Lake Champlain. Determine if any other internal factors played against Captain Downie. Learn where communication stood between Governor In Chief Sir George Prevost & Captain George Downie by around September 3. Learn state of Britain’s Flagship HMS Confiance from August 25-September 9. Find out if Prevost’s Forces crossed into New York State come September 1 and if their progress experienced any halts. Determine where things stood battle line wise come September 7 for both sides. Agree if both sides had gone above & beyond to secure their positions in the days leading up to September 11. Learn how Brigadier General Alexander Macomb & Master Commandant Thomas Macdonough overcame disadvantages knowing their forces were already outnumbered. Understand why the term “winding the ship” is so important. Decide if by September 8 George Prevost’s Army was ready to attack. Learn if Prevost himself became impatient with Captain Downie including unpredictable weather conditions in the days leading up to September 11. Get a feel for where overall state of mentality stood regarding what lied ahead battle wise. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kirk-monroe/support

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