As far as eye or mind could reach, a prodigious forest vegetation spread its impervious canopy over hill, valley and plain and wrapped the stern and
Adventures of Putnam
The adventures of the captured Putnam were sufficiently remarkable.Our special project presenting the definitive account of France in Canada by
The Assault on Ticonderoga
A soldier of the Rhode Island regiment, William Smith, managed to get through all obstructions and ensconce himself close under the breastwork.Our
Ticonderoga in 1758
The peninsula of Ticonderoga consists of a rocky plateau, with low grounds on each side, bordering Lake Champlain on the one hand and the outlet of
The Admirable Lord Howe
‘The noblest Englishman that has appeared in my time and the best soldier in the British army," says Wolfe.Our special project presenting the
Terms of Louisbourg’s Surrender
The surrender articles stipulated that the garrison should be sent to England, prisoners of war in British ships and that all artillery, arms,
Louisbourg Surrenders Again
The answer was prompt and stern: the garrison must surrender as prisoners of war; a definite reply must be given within an hour.Our special project
Another Siege of Louisbourg
When the French looked landward from their ramparts they could see scarcely a sign of the impending storm.Our special project presenting the
Threats of the French Minister
For the last time, I exhort you to give these things your serious attention, for they will not escape from mine."Our special project presenting the