Did Laura Secord live in Chippawa?
Did Laura Secord live in Chippawa?
In case you’re not aware Laura Secord and her husband James in 1814 originally lived in Queenston. The original Chippawa home of Laura Secord is in the background supplied by the Chippawa District Association.
Where is Laura Secord’s house?
Queenston
The historic Laura Secord Homestead stands in the charming village of Queenston, just off the scenic Niagara Parkway. This enchanting heritage site was the home of Canada’s most famous heroine, Laura Secord, from 1803 to 1835.
Does Laura Secord still exist?
The Laura Secord in Cloverdale Mall in Etobicoke has permanently closed, a spokesperson from Laura Secord Chocolates headquarters in Quebec confirmed to blogTO.
Where is Laura Secord buried?
Drummond Hill Cemetery
Drummond Hill Cemetery is a nationally recognized heritage site. It is most famously known as the battle grounds of the “Battle of Lundy’s Lane”, as well as the burial site of Laura Secord.
Who owns Laura Secord?
Rowntree Mackintosh ConfectioneryLaura Secord Chocolates / Parent organization
How old is Laura Secord?
93 years (1775–1868)Laura Secord / Age at death
Secord had prepared a memorial describing her service and placed her signature among those of War of 1812 veterans who had prepared an address to him. After his return to England, Albert sent her a reward of £100. She died in 1868, aged 93.
How many Laura Secord stores are there in Canada?
104 Canadian store locations
According to its website, Laura Secord operates 104 Canadian store locations. Of those, 51 are in Ontario, 40 in Quebec, 9 in the Maritimes, and 2 each in Saskatchewan and Manitoba.
Where did Laura Secord live in Queenston?
The historic Laura Secord Homestead stands in the charming village of Queenston, just off the scenic Niagara Parkway. This enchanting heritage site was the home of Canada’s most famous heroine, Laura Secord, from 1803 to 1835.
Who owns the Secord homestead in Niagara Falls?
The lovingly restored homestead was furnished with original furniture by the Laura Secord Candy Company in 1971, and gifted to Niagara Parks in 1998.
What did James Secord do in the Battle of DeCew House?
Upon overhearing of the impending attack, Secord walked 32 kilometres to warn British soldiers stationed at Decew House. It was because of Secord’s bravery that British forces, along with hundreds of Haudenosaunee and Caughnawaga warriors, defeated the Americans and took more than 500 prisoners and two field cannon.