The Greatest Event In Canadian History: The Battle Of The Plains

By John Murdoch Harper

Book Overview

The Greatest Event In Canadian History: The Battle Of The Plains is a historical book written by John Murdoch Harper in 1909. The book recounts the story of the pivotal battle that took place on the Plains of Abraham in Quebec City on September 13, 1759. This battle marked the beginning of the end of French rule in North America and established British supremacy in Canada. Harper's book provides a detailed account of the events leading up to the battle, including the political and military strategies of both the French and British forces. He also describes the key players involved in the battle, including General James Wolfe and General Louis-Joseph de Montcalm, and their respective armies. The book offers a vivid and compelling description of the battle itself, including the tactics employed by both sides and the intense fighting that took place. Harper also explores the aftermath of the battle, including the impact it had on the people of Canada and the wider geopolitical landscape of North America. Overall, The Greatest Event In Canadian History: The Battle Of The Plains is a fascinating and informative account of one of the most significant events in Canadian history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Canadian history, military history, or the history of North America.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: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120761751
• ISBN13: 9781120761750
• Release Date: December 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 290 Pages
• Weight: 0.86 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"