The news of the surrender was received with indignation in England and in the colonies.Our special project presenting the definitive account of
French Capture Oswego
Since Vaudreuil became chief of the colony he had nursed the plan of seizing Oswego, yet hesitated to attempt it.Our special project presenting the
English Colonial Officers Demoted
By a royal order lately issued, all general and field officers with provincial commissions were to take rank only as eldest captains when serving in
Oswego: The New Campaign
Captain Robert Rogers began already to be famous. On the seventeenth of June he and his band lay hidden in the bushes within the outposts of
Parkman Vol. 7, Chapter 12
Much difficulty arose from the different rules adopted by the various [English] colonies for the regulation of their soldiers.Our special project
Canada’s Military Situation in 1756
In 1750 the militia of all ranks counted about thirteen thousand; and eight years later the number had increased to about fifteen thousand.Our
Montcalm’s Battalions Arrive in Canada
Vaudreuil, the governor-general, was at Montreal, and Montcalm sent a courier to inform him of his arrival.Our special project presenting the
Montcalm to Command in America
The King has chosen you to command his troops in North America and will honor you on your departure with the rank of major-general."Our special
Easter, 2024
This holiday celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead. This is significant because only a divine authority can reverse death.When