The Passing of New France : a Chronicle of Montcalm by William Wood
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"The Passing of New France: A Chronicle of Montcalm" by William Wood is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the life and military career of the French General Louis-Joseph de Montcalm, focusing on his actions during the French and Indian War and the broader context of New France's struggles against British forces. It delves into various historical events, showcasing the complexity of warfare in North America
during this period. The opening of the book introduces Montcalm's noble heritage, tracing his family's history of military service back to the Crusades. It highlights his upbringing, education, and eventual rise as a soldier, showcasing his elements of honor and dedication to France. As the narrative unfolds, the text provides insights into Montcalm's early military experiences in Europe, his family life, and the pressures he faced upon being appointed to command the French troops in North America. This segment sets the stage for a detailed exploration of Montcalm's leadership and the multifaceted challenges he would encounter, including rivalries within the French command and the imminent conflict with British forces on American soil. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Wood, William, 1864-1947 |
|---|---|
| Editor | Langton, H. H. (Hugh Hornby), 1862-1953 |
| Editor | Wrong, George McKinnon, 1860-1948 |
| Title | The Passing of New France : a Chronicle of Montcalm |
| Original Publication | Toronto : [s.n.], 1915 |
| Series Title | Chronicles of Canada series: Volume 10 |
| Credits | This etext was produced by Gardner Buchanan |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 76.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E186: History: America: Colonial History (1607-1775) |
| Subject | Montcalm de Saint-Véran, Louis-Joseph, marquis de, 1712-1759 |
| Subject | United States -- History -- French and Indian War, 1754-1763 |
| Subject | Canada -- History -- 1755-1763 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 6863 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-06863-3 |
| Release Date | Nov 1, 2004 |
| Last Update | Dec 30, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 572 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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