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Death of Louis Joseph de Montcalm at the Siege of Quebec, 1759
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Death of Louis Joseph de Montcalm at the Siege of Quebec, 1759
STC169714 Death of Louis Joseph de Montcalm at the Siege of Quebec, 1759, engraved by Jean Baptiste Morret (fl.1790-1820), 1789 (coloured litho) (see also 139883) by Swebach, Jacques Francois Joseph (1769-1823) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Montcalm (1712-59) assumed command of French troops in Canada (1756); British under General James Wolfe (1727-59) won the battle for Quebec, but both Montcalm and Wolfe were killed; ); The Stapleton Collection; French, out of copyright
Media ID 23351362
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Colonist Desfontaines Expansionist French Soldier Mattress Mortally Wounded Native American Indian America Continent Canadians Dying
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Death of Louis Joseph de Montcalm at the Siege of Quebec, 1759 - A Haunting Depiction of a Fateful Battle
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. This print captures the tragic moment in history when General Louis Joseph de Montcalm met his untimely demise during the Siege of Quebec in 1759. Engraved by Jean Baptiste Morret and colored lithographed by Jacques Francois Joseph Swebach, this artwork offers a poignant glimpse into one of Canada's most significant battles. In this scene, we witness the aftermath of a fierce clash between French and British forces. General Montcalm, draped on a makeshift mattress surrounded by Native American Indians and French soldiers, lies mortally wounded on the battlefield. The intensity and emotion conveyed through every stroke make it impossible to overlook the gravity of this historical event. Montcalm's valiant efforts as an expansionist leader for France in North America are evident even in his final moments. Despite ultimately losing to General James Wolfe's British troops, both commanders paid with their lives for their dedication to their respective causes. As we gaze upon this engraving from The Stapleton Collection, we are reminded not only of the bravery displayed by these colonial soldiers but also of the complex dynamics that shaped early North American history. This image serves as a powerful reminder that war leaves no winners—only casualties and shattered dreams on both sides. Through its intricate details and masterful execution, this artwork invites us to reflect upon our shared past while honoring those who fought
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