The name James FitzGibbon struck terror in the hearts of U.S. soldiers crossing the border to attack Canada during the War of 1812. This is the dramatic story of his life and that of the daring exploits of his Green Tigers, his 50 specially trained, hand-picked men from the 49th Regiment of the British Army in Upper Canada.

An Irish Lad -- War with America -- Victory at Detroit and Mackinac -- Queenston Heights -- On the Niagara Frontier -- The Battle of Stoney Creek -- Green Tiger Guerrillas -- Laura Secord's Long Walk -- Fever, Cold Rain, and Grand Attacks upon the Onions-- War on the Water -- Racing Down the River -- Devastation at Niagara -- The Battle of Lundy's Lane -- The Battle of Fort Erie -- After the War.