- After the American Revolution, Britain ceded Detroit to the U.S. under the Jay Treaty, and British forces moved across the Detroit River to establish a new military base at Fort Malden in Amherstburg.
- This marked the beginning of Amherstburg’s role as a strategic military and trade hub.
Historic Periods
Journey through Amherstburg’s rich history, from the Town's establishment in 1796 to present day.