Books by June E. Chipp
History Fort Erie, War of 1812, Fenian Invasion
Duty and Honour: The Stand Against the Fenians in Fort Erie Author: June E. Chipp; Foreword by Peter Vronsky Publlished: 2016, 3rd edition 2024 Paperback; 302 pages; Book Print Canada
The compelling story of the invasion of Fort Erie Canada by Irish American Fenians in 1866. The heroic stand by two captains and their small band of volunteer militia from the Welland Canal Field Battery and the Dunnville Naval Brigade against an overwhelming number of the invaders. Read the shocking and dramatic details of the encounter as told in an official enquiry that is now being published for the first time in 150 years! Including a Full Transcription of the Inquiry into the Engagement at Fort Erie on June 2, 1866. Enhanced with over 50 photographs, most coloured, and some vintage photos never before published.
Price: Cd. $26.00 inc. tax.
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Shootout at the J.W. Lewis House
Reminiscences of the Fenian Raid 1866, by Stephen Beatty, Corporal Welland Canal Field Battery, 1903
Shootout at the J.W. Lewis House Author: Stephen Beatty; Editor: June E. Chipp Published: 2020, reprinted 2023 Paperback; 100 pages; Book Print Canada
This book describes the Fight at the Fort Erie Docks when Irish-Amercan Fenians invaded Canada in 1866. Relive the history as Corporal Stephen Beatty, a volunteer with the Welland Canal Field Battery, tells the story of his personal experiences and the heroic fight by the soldiers. He was the only man to fight in this engagement who wrote a memoire of the event. The narrative has been broken down into short easy to read chapters by the editor. In addition, the book includes photographs, information about the author Corporal Beatty, and some accounts from newspapers of the time, conveying the alarm and excitement
Price: Cd. $18.00 inc. tax.
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Tragedy at Snake Hill: The War of 1812 in Fort Erie
This book focuses on the attack on Snake Hill, which was part of the Assault by the British on the American-occupied Fort Erie in August of 1814. The book, brings to light new information and busts long-held myths. The scope of the book extends to an overview of the entire three years of war during 1812-1814, covering all the events and battles that happened in or impacted the local area of Fort Erie.Feel the adventure! This book reads like an adventure novel, peopled with gallant officers, brave militia, unsung heroines, and treacherous traitors. But it is all true, based on actual documents, memoirs, and newspaper reports. The action is brought to life, out of the pages of the book, and onto the very streets, woods and beaches that we walk. Illustrated with over 20 maps and numerous photographs.
A Self-Guided History Tour of Greater Fort Erie
Author: June E. Chipp
Published: 2012, 5th Edition 2023
Paperback. 62 pages. First Choice Books.
A useful and entertaining guide to all the historic sites in Fort Erie, Canada. Contains information and background on over 40 historic sites, markers and buildings in Fort Erie, Ridgeway and Crystal Beach. Special sections on the old military Fort Erie, Erie Beach Amusement Park, landmarks in the Niagara River and historic taverns. This is the 5h edition with added information.
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Myths, Legends & Ghost Stories of the Niagara Frontier
Author: June E. Chipp
Pages: 170, Paperback
Published: 2025, Book Print Canada
This book tells the fabled stories that have been passed down for decades, and obscure tales that you've probably never heard of. The ghost stories cover the legends of the old Military Fort Erie, which have never been published before, as well as the famous Bertie Hall, and other intriguing places. Here are the stories that fascinate and mystify – from the Old Fort to a bank building in old Bridgeburg, to a haunted chocolate shop and a witch's tower in Ridgeway.
Price: Cd. $20.00 inc. tax
Shipping within Canada: Cd. $7.00
Shipping to United States: Cd. $15.00