The Taking Of Louisburg, 1745 (1891)

The Taking of Louisburg, 1745 is a historical book written by Samuel Adams Drake and published in 1891. The book provides an account of the siege and capture of Louisburg, a French fortress located on Cape Breton Island, by the British forces during the War of Austrian Succession. The book covers the events leading up to the siege, including the strategic importance of Louisburg and the tensions between the French and British empires in North America. It then details the military campaign, including the preparations made by both sides, the naval blockade of the fortress, and the eventual storming of the walls by the British troops. Drake uses primary sources such as letters, diaries, and official reports to provide a detailed and accurate account of the battle. He also includes maps and illustrations to help readers visualize the layout of the fortress and the movements of the troops. Overall, The Taking of Louisburg, 1745 is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of colonial North America, military history, or the conflicts between European powers in the 18th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.