A Forgotten Hero in a Forgotten War
Thomas "Tartar" Pearson (1781 - 1847)
repelled American forces, driving Canada toward nationhood.
Pearson also had to supervise the training of the somewhat lax Canadian militia. His temper, not improved by his wound, was frequently ignited by the Canadians, who nicknamed him “Tartar Pearson.” At one...Thomas "Tartar" Pearson (1781 - 1847)
repelled American forces, driving Canada toward nationhood.
Thomas Pearson a.k.a. Tartar Pearson