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Explosion 1812 (2012)

Movie 59 min

Documentary History War

On April 27, 1813, American forces defeated the British at York (present-day Toronto) and captured the capital of Upper Canada - but not before suffering their own losses. History Television's Explosion 1812 looks at the Battle of York and unearths new evidence around this lesser-known event from the War of 1812.

Mick Grogan Writer Mick Grogan Director

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Released
June 17, 2012
Runtime
59 min
IMDb
tt2235258
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Studio
Yap Films

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Cast

Dan Snow Dan Snow Presenter

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Frequently asked questions

What is Explosion 1812 about?
On April 27, 1813, American forces defeated the British at York (present-day Toronto) and captured the capital of Upper Canada - but not before suffering their own losses. History Television's Explosion 1812 looks at the Battle of York and unearths new evidence around this lesser-known event from the War of 1812.
Who directed Explosion 1812?
Explosion 1812 was directed by Mick Grogan.
Who stars in Explosion 1812?
Explosion 1812 stars Dan Snow.
When was Explosion 1812 released?
Explosion 1812 is a 2012 documentary, history, war film.
Where can I watch Explosion 1812?
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