Siege Of Quebec Collection

Column erected at St. Foye, Near Quebec, in memory of the French and English...in 1760, (1864). Creator: Unknown
Column erected at St. Foye, Near Quebec, in memory of the French and English who fell there in 1760, (1864). Engraving from a photograph by M. Livernois

Siege of Quebec, 1759 (gravure)
959871 Siege of Quebec, 1759 (gravure) by Dupray, Henri-Louis (1841-1909); Private Collection; (add.info.: Siege of Quebec, 1759. The death of General Wolfe)

The death of General Wolfe at the Siege of Quebec, 1759 (engraving)
3638257 The death of General Wolfe at the Siege of Quebec, 1759 (engraving) by Grignion, Charles the Elder (1721-1810); Private Collection; (add.info)

General Wolfe Expiring in the Arms of a Grenadier and Volunteer at the Siege of Quebec (engraving)
3630964 General Wolfe Expiring in the Arms of a Grenadier and Volunteer at the Siege of Quebec (engraving) by Wale, Samuel (1721-86) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Antique Map of the Siege of Quebec - 18th Century
Vintage map of the Siege of Quebec in Quebec, Canada. Vintage etching circa late 19th century

James Wolfe, 18th century British soldier. Artist: Newton & Co
James Wolfe, 18th century British soldier. General James Wolfe (1729-1759) died during the successful battle to take Quebec from the French in 1759 during the Seven Years War. Lantern slide

Isaac Barre, 18th century British soldier, c1880. Barre served alongside General Wolfe at the siege of Quebec, where the latter was killed

Death of General Wolfe, 1759 (c1850s). James Wolfe died during the battle to take Quebec from the French in 1759. Colour plate taken from the book Pictures of English History

The Death of General Richard Montgomery at Quebec, 1775, (1872). A romanticized version of the unsuccessful 1775-1776 winter assault on Quebec City by American forces under Montgomery (1736-1775)

The Death of General Wolfe at Quebec, 1759, (1872). James Wolfe (1727-1759), English soldier, lies dying on the Heights of Abraham as Quebec is captured from the French on 13 September 1759

The Death of General Wolfe, 1759, (1860). Artist:s Smith
The Death of General Wolfe, 1759, (1860). The final moments of James Wolfe during the Battle of Quebec

Death of General James Wolfe at the Siege of Quebec, 1759 (1831). James Wolfe (1727-1759), English soldier, lies dying on the Heights of Abraham as Quebec is captured from the French on 13 September

PLAN OF THE SIEGE OF QUEBEC, CANADA, 1870s engraving

WOLFE: JOURNAL, 1759. Pages from the journal of General James Wolfe showing entries made from 25-29 June 1759, when he led the British siege of Quebec during the French and Indian War

WOLFE: LETTER, 1759. Letter from General James Wolfe, commander of British forces besieging Quebec during the French and Indian War, to Brigadier General George Townshend, 12 September 1759

MONTCALM: SURRENDER, 1759. The last letter of the fatally wounded Marquis de Montcalm, commander of French forces in Canada, in which he agreed to surrender Quebec to the British, 13 September 1759

MONTCALM: LETTER, 1759. Letter from the Marquis de Montcalm, commander of French forces in Canada, to his aide-de-camp, Louis de Bougainville, 5 September 1759

PLAN OF THE SIEGE OF QUEBEC, CANADA, 1870s engraving

QUEBEC: RUINS, 1761. View of the bishops house at Quebec, Canada, showing ruins resulting from the British siege of 1759, during the French and Indian War

MARQUIS DE MONTCALM (1712-1759). Marquis Louis Joseph de Montcalm de Saint-Veran. French soldier. The death of General Montcalm

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"The Siege of Quebec: A Historic Battle that Shaped Nations" In the year 1759, a pivotal event unfolded in North America that would forever alter the course of history. Known as the Siege of Quebec, this fierce battle between British and French forces marked a turning point in the struggle for dominance over the continent. Through captivating engravings such as "Siege of Quebec, 1759" and "The Death of General Wolfe at the Siege of Quebec, " we catch a glimpse into this tumultuous time. The images depict brave soldiers engaged in combat, their faces filled with determination and courage. One engraving titled "General Wolfe Expiring in the Arms of a Grenadier and Volunteer at the Siege of Quebec" captures a poignant moment amidst chaos. It portrays General James Wolfe, an esteemed British soldier, taking his last breaths while being cradled by loyal comrades. This somber scene serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made during war. Accompanied by an antique map from the 18th century showcasing strategic positions during this siege, we gain insight into how both sides maneuvered to gain control over Quebec City. The detailed cartography reveals key locations where battles were fought and decisions were made that shaped destinies. Notable figures emerge from these historical accounts; among them are General Richard Montgomery and Isaac Barre – courageous soldiers who met their demise during subsequent conflicts near Quebec City. Their deaths further emphasize both the significance and brutality surrounding this critical period. Artists like Newton & Co. , Edward Henry Corbould, Smith, and others have immortalized these events through their masterful depictions. Their works allow us to connect with those long-gone days when nations clashed on Canadian soil for supremacy across vast territories. Today, we remember those who fought valiantly on either side – heroes whose actions laid foundations for modern Canada's multicultural identity.