Battle of Sainte-Foy (1760) Gallery

The Battle of Sainte-Foy took place on this day in the year 1760.  French General de Levis attempted to recapture the city of Quebec, which was held by the British under General James Murray.  Murray, having received advance warning of de Levis's march, moved out from the city and on to the Plains of Abraham for battle.  In the ensuing battle, the French defeated Murray and besieged Quebec.  A fleet of British warships arrived soon afterwards, and de Levis retreated to Montreal, which would surrender on September 8, 1760.

General de Levis encourages his men just before the battle.  Painting by Louis Bombled.

 A black-and-white illustration of Levis and his men before the battle.

 British soldiers cart firewood into the city of Quebec.  Painting by John Macnaughton.

 A view of the battle from British lines.  Painting by George Campion.

And last, a rather panoramic drawing of the final French advance that won the victory.