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Canada's History › Key Figures
Who was Laura Secord?
- A heroine of the War of 1812 who warned British forces of an American attack
- Canada's first female senator
- The first woman elected to the House of Commons
- A Métis leader who fought for land rights
Why this is the correct answer
Laura Secord walked nearly 30 kilometres through wilderness in 1813 to warn British forces of a planned American attack during the War of 1812, helping prevent a British defeat. Her courage and patriotism made her a celebrated figure in Canadian history. She is honoured on a plaque in Queenston Heights and her name is still widely recognised across Canada.