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Attack by Royal Highlanders on the Ticonderoga Fort, Battle of Ticonderoga
Attack by Royal Highlanders on the Ticonderoga Fort, Battle of Ticonderoga (Battle of Carillon), 8 July 1758, during the French and Indian War (1754-1763). Date: 1758
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1750s 1758 Attack Battles Carillon Conflict Fort Grant Highlanders Indians Spear Ticonderoga Weapons
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This evocative print captures the intensity and chaos of the Battle of Carillon, also known as the Battle of Ticonderoga, which took place on July 8, 1758, during the French and Indian War. The scene depicts the daring attack by the Royal Highlanders, or Black Watch, on the French fort at Ticonderoga in what is now New York State, America. The British forces, led by General James Grant, launched a surprise assault on the fort, which was defended by a French garrison under the command of Marquis de Montcalm. The Royal Highlanders, renowned for their bravery and discipline, charged forward with determination, their faces set in grim determination. They brandish a variety of weapons, from muskets and swords to spears, ready to engage in hand-to-hand combat. The French defenders, caught off guard by the sudden attack, respond with their own weapons, including muskets and pikes. The clash of steel and the roar of gunfire fill the air as the two sides engage in fierce fighting. The print also depicts Native American warriors joining the fray, adding another layer of complexity to the conflict. The flags of both sides fly proudly in the wind, a testament to the fierce loyalty and commitment of the soldiers to their respective causes. The Battle of Carillon ultimately ended in a tactical victory for the French, but the British gained valuable experience and momentum in their eventual victory in the war. This print offers a glimpse into the raw energy and passion of the 18th century battlefield, a time of conflict and struggle for control of the American continent.
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