The Battle of Hudson's Bay

By Richard J. Cushing

Book Overview

""The Battle of Hudson's Bay"" by Richard J. Cushing is a historical non-fiction book that tells the story of the French and English struggle for control of the lucrative fur trade in the 17th century. The book focuses on the conflict between the Hudson's Bay Company, a British fur trading company, and the French fur traders who were trying to establish their own foothold in the region. The book provides a detailed account of the various battles and skirmishes that took place between the two sides, including the famous Battle of Hudson's Bay in 1697. The author also explores the political and economic factors that contributed to the conflict and the impact it had on the indigenous people of the region. Overall, ""The Battle of Hudson's Bay"" is a fascinating and informative account of a little-known chapter in North American history.Account Of Missionary Work In The Keewatin District Of The Northwest Territories And In Northern Quebec.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1258498715
• ISBN13: 9781258498719
• Release Date: October 2012
• Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
• Length: 88 Pages
• Weight: 1.10 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.5" x 11.0"