Procter Henry A

(1787-1859). Born in Wales. Served in the army, and

became colonel of his regiment. In 1812, being stationed in Canada,

ordered by General Brock to prevent the landing of the American troops

under General Hull at Amherstburg. This he successfully accomplished,

and later defeated the enemy at Brownstown. In 1813 inflicted a severe

defeat on the Americans, under General James Winchester, at Frenchtown

on the river Raisin For these services promoted brigadier-general. In

August, 1813, forced to retire from Fort Stephenson by Major Croghan. On

Oct. 5, defeated by General W.H. Harrison at the battle of the Thames.

For this disaster tried by court-martial and sentenced to be suspended

for six months from rank and pay. Afterwards reinstated; served during

the later stages of the war, and promoted lieutenant-general. =Index=:

(General Brock era) In command of Niagara frontier, 205; sent to Amherstburg, 215, 235;

second in command to Brock, 247; opposed to the attempt on Detroit, 267.