Toronto History
Formerly known as the Town of York, Toronto’s early history consisted of crucial military battles that paved the way for what is now, one of the largest cities in North America.
Formerly known as the Town of York, Toronto’s early history consisted of crucial military battles that paved the way for what is now, one of the largest cities in North America.
Built in 1793, Fort York National Historic Site is the birthplace of urban Toronto. It is best known as the location where the Battle of York came to its violent climax in 1813 during the War of 1812.