Major Historical Events
Battle of Carillon
On July 7 - July 8, 1758 in Lake Champlain, Quebec/New York, the British should of came out as the victor at Fort Carillon. Fort Carillon is the border between New York and Canada. The Fort was under French control with 3,600 soldiers. Great Britain sent 16,00 soldiers over to take over the Fort which caused the French to scatter around the Fort. Because the French were familiar with the territory, British commander, Lord Howe was swiftly killed. The French were smart enough to leave the British only one way to get to the Fort, and they fired upon every advancement that Brittan made. When the French won, their victory banner later lead to be an inspiration of the Quebec flag.
Battle of Chateauguay
October 25, 1813, in Allan's Corners, Quebec, the War of 1812 featured an American plot to take over Montreal and all of Upper Canada. 4,000 American troops were lead into enemy lines by Wade Hampton, and James Wilkinson. Canadian war leader, Charles de Salaberry knew about the attack due to intelligence. Charles de Salaberry outwitted the Americans by making them believe that they were facing an army bigger that they were expecting.
Battle of Batoche
May 5 - May 12, 1885, in Batoche, Saskatchewan. After the North-West Rebellion of 1885, the Dominion of Canada decided to take over the Metis-led resistance in Saskatchewan. Under the leadership of Fredrick Middleton, the Dominions soldiers planned to surround Batoche, but the Canadian military transport ship was quickly sent into a river, rendering the plan obsolete. On May 12, 1885 the Canadians worn down the Netis defenses and stormed into Batoche, and captured/killed Louis Riel on November 16, 1885.
Battle of the Plains of Abraham
September 13, 1759, Quebec City, Québec the turning point of the Seven Years' War. In 1759, 4,800 British soldier, led by James Wolfe sieged Quebec City for three months. The 4,000 troops led by Marquis de Montcalm were okay but Wolfe's men weak continued. Wolfe stored French supplies in cliffs and he finally attacked ill-advised. Both leaders died, but the British took over. A hour not even passed, Quebec surrendered, and New France fell.