The Battle of the River Raisin was fought on January 18 and 22, 1813, during the War of 1812. It took place near present-day Monroe, Michigan, where American forces aimed to secure control over the region. The battle involved a clash between American troops and a combined force of British soldiers and their Native American allies, led by Tecumseh. The battle resulted in a significant defeat for the Americans, with many soldiers killed or captured. This loss was part of a larger campaign for control of the Northwest Territory, highlighting the ongoing conflict between the United States and British forces in North America.