The Great Fortress : A chronicle of Louisbourg 1720-1760 by William Wood
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"The Great Fortress: A Chronicle of Louisbourg 1720-1760" by William Wood is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the significance of the fortress of Louisbourg during a crucial period in North American history, specifically examining its foundation, challenges, and eventual fall. The narrative focuses both on historical events and the political landscape of the time, offering a detailed look at how Louisbourg played a vital role
as a military stronghold for the French in colonial North America. The opening of the book begins with a preface that outlines the unique position of Louisbourg as a strategic point connecting France to its American territories and relating its importance in global military endeavors. It details the fortress's precarious beginnings after French defeats in other regions and the subsequent need for a stronghold to protect remaining interests. The initial chapter discusses the fortress's construction, the challenges faced by the French in maintaining this outpost, and the ill-fated attempts to establish a solid presence in Louisbourg amidst political strife and resource scarcity. Wood paints a vivid picture of the complexities involved in the fortress's existence, including internal corruption and the struggles of its inhabitants, setting the stage for understanding the broader conflicts that would ensue around this pivotal location. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Wood, William, 1864-1947 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Great Fortress : A chronicle of Louisbourg 1720-1760 |
| Note | Chronicles of Canada series: Volume 08 |
| Credits | This etext was produced by Gardner Buchanan |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 67.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | F1001: North America local history: Canada |
| Subject | Louisbourg (N.S.) -- History -- Siege, 1745 |
| Subject | Louisbourg (N.S.) -- History -- Siege, 1758 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 6026 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-06026-2 |
| Release Date | Jul 1, 2004 |
| Last Update | Dec 29, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 631 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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