Photo: Niagra Falls History

The history of Niagra Falls began with a raging battle between Canadians and American troops.

Once the scene of a bloody battle between the British Canadian forces and invading American army, Chippawa is part of the Niagara Heritage Trail and a major element of Niagra Falls history. The battle of Chippawa was the start of the Niagara campaign and began in the early hours of July 5, 1814 and by the end had claimed approximately 200 lives from both sides. Today the peaceful site on the banks of the Niagara River is meticulously maintained by the Niagara Parks Commission.