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 succe fully accomplished, and later defeated the enemy at Browns town. In 1813 inflicted a severe defeat on the Americans, under General James Winchester, at French town on the river Raisin. For these services promoted brigadier-general. In August, 1813, forced to retire from Fort Stephen son 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 : Bk In command of Niagara frontier, 205; sent to Amherstburg, 215, 235; second in command to Brock, 247; opposed to the attempt on Detroit, 267. Bib. : Lucas, Canadian War of 1812 . See also War of 1812.