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FORT WILLIAM HENRY, 1757. The attack by French forces led by the Marquis de Montcalm on Fort William Henry, Lake George (known to the French as Lac St. Sacrament), New York, 7 August 1757, during the French and Indian War. Line engraving, French, c1758
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FORT WILLIAM HENRY, 1757. The attack by French forces led by the Marquis de Montcalm on Fort William Henry, Lake George (known to the French as Lac St. Sacrament), New York, 7 August 1757, during the French and Indian War. Line engraving, French, c1758
FORT WILLIAM HENRY, 1757.
The attack by French forces led by the Marquis de Montcalm on Fort William Henry, Lake George (known to the French as Lac St. Sacrament), New York, 7 August 1757, during the French and Indian War. Line engraving, French, c1758
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1757 Aerial View Attack Battle Capture Colonial Fort Fort William Henry French And Indian War Lake Lake George Plan
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This print captures the intense and historic moment of the attack on Fort William Henry in 1757. Led by the Marquis de Montcalm, French forces launched a fierce assault on this strategic stronghold located on Lake George, known as Lac St. Sacrament to the French. The engraving, created around 1758 by an unknown French artist, beautifully depicts the dramatic scene of battle during the French and Indian War. In sepia tones, this line engraving showcases a mid-aerial view of Fort William Henry surrounded by lush greenery and calm waters. The intricate details highlight both American and English colonial architecture within the fort's walls. This image provides viewers with a glimpse into history as it unfolds before their eyes. The significance of this event is not lost in this artwork; it symbolizes one chapter in a larger conflict that shaped North America's destiny. With its meticulous rendering of text and plan, this print serves as both historical documentation and artistic representation. As part of Granger Art on Demand's Carousel Collection, this print offers an opportunity for individuals to appreciate and reflect upon a crucial moment in time without commercial use or mention thereof. It allows us to honor those who fought bravely during these tumultuous times while also celebrating our shared heritage.
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