War of 1812 | Historic Site

Perry's Victory & International Peace Memorial

93 Delaware Ave
Put-In-Bay, OH 43456
United States

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The Perry’s Victory and International Peace Memorial commemorates the Battle of Lake Erie, fought on September 10, 1813, and celebrates the lasting peace between Britain, Canada, and the United States that followed the War of 1812. Visitors can learn more about the battle at the Visitor Center and pay a fee to ascend to the observation deck at the top of the monument with a National Park Ranger.

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War of 1812 | Biography

Oliver Hazard Perry

Born into an accomplished naval family in South Kingston, Rhode Island on August 23, 1785, Oliver Hazard Perry’s life would be dominated by maritime...

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Corner Laying Ceremony for the Perry’s Victory and International Peace Memorial

Oration delivered by Hon. Rufus P. Spalding during the corner laying ceremony for Perry's Victory and International Peace Memorial. This memorial...

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