An accurate and authentic journal of the siege of Quebec, 1759 by Anonymous
"An accurate and authentic journal of the siege of Quebec, 1759 by Anonymous" is a first-hand historical account written in the mid-18th century. It traces the British campaign against French-held Quebec during the Seven Years' War, focusing on naval movements, siege operations, and the decisive battle that determined control of the city. The journal opens with a clear description of Quebec’s geography and formidable defenses, then follows the British fleet from Louisbourg
into the St. Lawrence, the landing on Île d’Orléans, and the establishment of batteries at Point Lévis that set parts of the Upper Town, including the cathedral, ablaze. It recounts a failed assault at Montmorency after grenadiers advanced prematurely, followed by raids and maneuvers above the city as ships and troops slipped past Quebec under fire. The climax is a night landing west of the town, a daring ascent of the cliffs, and rapid deployment on the Plains of Abraham, where a disciplined close volley and bayonet charge routed the French. General Wolfe is mortally wounded at the moment of victory, and Montcalm dies of his wounds the next day. The city capitulates soon after; the terms are hastened by the season, the risk to the fleet, and reports of Bougainville’s approaching force. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Anonymous |
|---|---|
| Title | An accurate and authentic journal of the siege of Quebec, 1759 |
| Original Publication | London: Lincoln, Rutland, and Stamford Mercury, 1759, reprint 1912. |
| Credits | This eBook was produced by: Iona Vaughan, Pat McCoy & the online Distributed Proofreaders Canada team at https://www.pgdpcanada.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 48.2 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E186: History: America: Colonial History (1607-1775) |
| Subject | Québec Campaign, Québec, 1759 |
| Subject | Canada -- History -- Seven Years' War, 1755-1763 -- Campaigns |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 76642 |
| Release Date | Aug 7, 2025 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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