The Battle of 1812 is not high on a level of importance as wars go. It was primarily about Great Britain riling up the Indians who were losing their homeland to the invaders. Except for the annihilation of many tribes in the Northeast, the war didn’t change much, but the reenactment at Mississinewa, Indiana is the biggest one of that war.

This particular battle was mainly about ineptitude. Most of the men who signed up for this battle were kids 18 – 20 years old, who were poorly trained and led by the “Indian Hater” William Henry Harrison. (these are my Native American roots speaking out).

The reenactment is advertised as the biggest event on the War of 1812. I am adding a gallery below to give you an idea of its magnitude. As far as smoke and cannon booms, it is my favorite. (click any image to see a larger slideshow view)