Count Frontenac stood before him. Since his recall, he had lived at court, needy and no longer in favor; but he had influential friends, and an
Humiliation of La Barre
They turned back in disgust, filled with wrath and scorn against the governor and all the French. Canada had incurred the contempt, not only of
La Salle’s Wild Scheme of Invading Mexico
Unless we assume that his scheme of invading Mexico was thrown out as a bait to the King, it is hard to reconcile it with the supposition of mental
A New Enterprise
He had asked for two vessels, and four were given to him.Previously in The Discovery of the Great West.Our special project presenting the
La Salle Sails for France
Early in the autumn, he left Tonty in command of the rock, bade farewell to his savage retainers, and descended to Quebec.Previously in The
Louis XIV Proclaimed Sovereign of the Great West
On that day, the realm of France received on parchment a stupendous accession.Previously in The Discovery of the Great West.Our special
The Cavalry Charges In
Marlborough instantly ordered a charge along the line. The allied cavalry galloped forward at the enemy's squadrons, and the hearts of the French
Assault on Blenheim
As they approached the enemy, Marlborough's troops formed the left and the centre, while Eugene's formed the right of the entire army.The Battle of
Before the Fight
"I know the danger, yet a battle is absolutely necessary, and I rely on the bravery and discipline of the troops, which will make amends for our