AdvertisementRemembering A 'Brave,' 'Lucky' Hero In The War Of 1812September 10, 2013Jeff St. ClairfacebookEmailThe U.S. Brig Niagara is a replica of the ship Oliver Hazard Perry sailed to victory. The Niagara carries four carronades, or short-range cannons. The original ship was outfitted with 18 carronades that could shoot a 32-pound ball about half a mile. (Green Door Mediawork)