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The Siege of Louisbourg, 1745. Overwhelming American Victory Plants Overconfidence That Dictated Military Doctrine for Two Centuries.
Manage episode 463546413 series 3591999
The American victory instilled an unwarranted confidence in the colonies’ military prowess, fostering a belief that their amateur forces could stand toe-to-toe with professional armies. Yet, this triumph was overshadowed by the betrayal felt when Louisbourg, hard-won through their blood and sacrifice, was handed back to France in a distant peace negotiation. This decision by the British government deepened colonial resentment, planting the seeds of hostility that would only grow in the decades to come.
Louisbourg. May 1 - June 17, 1745.
American Forces: 4,270 Militia.
French Forces: 560 French Marines and Swiss Mercenaries with an additional ~ 1,400 Militia.
Additional Reading and Episode Research:
- Leckie, Robert. A Few Acres of Snow.
- Peckham, Howard. The Colonial Wars, 1689 - 1762.
- Balcom, B.A. Louisbourg; American History Magazine.
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Social Media:
www.HistorysGreatestBattles.com
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Support The Show:
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Manage episode 463546413 series 3591999
The American victory instilled an unwarranted confidence in the colonies’ military prowess, fostering a belief that their amateur forces could stand toe-to-toe with professional armies. Yet, this triumph was overshadowed by the betrayal felt when Louisbourg, hard-won through their blood and sacrifice, was handed back to France in a distant peace negotiation. This decision by the British government deepened colonial resentment, planting the seeds of hostility that would only grow in the decades to come.
Louisbourg. May 1 - June 17, 1745.
American Forces: 4,270 Militia.
French Forces: 560 French Marines and Swiss Mercenaries with an additional ~ 1,400 Militia.
Additional Reading and Episode Research:
- Leckie, Robert. A Few Acres of Snow.
- Peckham, Howard. The Colonial Wars, 1689 - 1762.
- Balcom, B.A. Louisbourg; American History Magazine.
www.HistorysGreatestBattles.com
Social Media:
www.HistorysGreatestBattles.com
Youtube | TikTok
Support The Show:
https://coindrop.to/themistocles
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