This book presents the impact of the War of 1812 upon the people and governments of Lower Canada, Vermont, and New York.

Includes index.

Settlement of the Champlain Valley -- A postponed war -- The eve of war: the northeast -- War comes -- Indians, furs, and prisoners of war -- The tragic first winter -- A summer of setbacks: 1813 -- The Hampton-Wilkinson fiasco -- The third tense summer: 1814 -- The British occupation of Plattsburgh -- The battle of Plattsburgh -- Aftermath.