James Winchester (general)
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James Winchester was an American military officer, entrepreneur and statesman. He served in the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War and was promoted to the rank of brigadier general during the War of 1812. He operated a shipping business, held various offices, and was one of the co-founders of the city of Memphis.
Battle of Frenchtown
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The Battles of Frenchtown, also known as the Battle of the River Raisin and the River Raisin Massacre, were a series of conflicts in Michigan Territory that took place from January 18–23, 1813, during the War of 1812. It was fought between the United States of America and a joint force of British and Native Americans near the River Raisin in Frenchtown.
General Winchester's Headquarters on the River Raisin during the Battles of Frenchtown in 1813
A historic marker indicates where Lt Col William Lewis and his troops crossed the frozen River Raisin on January 18.
Maj Gen William Harrison (pictured) told Brig Gen James Winchester to hold his ground following the first battle. Harrison and his troops did not arrive in time to participate in the battle.
Tecumseh commanded native forces that fought in the battle, although he was not present at the time of the battle or massacre.