The death of General Braddock during the disastrous Braddock expedition, aka Braddocks campaign or Braddocks Defeat, a failed British military expedition which tried to capture the French Fort Duquesne in 1755 during the French and Indian War. Major General Edward Braddock, 1695 - 1755. British officer and commander-in-chief for the Thirteen Colonies during the start of the French and Indian War (1754-1763). From Cassells Illustrated History of England, published c. 1890

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The death of General Braddock during the disastrous Braddock expedition, aka Braddocks campaign or Braddocks Defeat, a failed British military expedition which tried to capture the French Fort Duquesne in 1755 during the French and Indian War. Major General Edward Braddock, 1695 - 1755. British officer and commander-in-chief for the Thirteen Colonies during the start of the French and Indian War (1754-1763). From Cassells Illustrated History of England, published c. 1890

The death of General Braddock during the disastrous Braddock expedition, aka Braddocks campaign or Braddocks Defeat, a failed British military expedition which tried to capture the French Fort Duquesne in 1755 during the French and Indian War. Major General Edward Braddock, 1695 - 1755. British officer and commander-in-chief for the Thirteen Colonies during the start of the French and Indian War (1754-1763). From Cassells Illustrated History of England, published c.1890

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18th Century Battlefield Capture Commander In Chief Conflict Expedition Fight Fighting Indian Indians Military Native Natives Warfare 1755 Battle Of The Monongahela Battle Of The Wilderness British Officer Disastrous Duquesne Failed French And Indian War Seven Years War Thirteen Colonies

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This print captures the tragic moment of "The death of General Braddock during the disastrous Braddock expedition". The image takes us back to 1755, amidst the French and Indian War, where Major General Edward Braddock met his untimely demise. Braddock, a British officer and commander-in-chief for the Thirteen Colonies at the start of this conflict, led an ill-fated military expedition in an attempt to capture Fort Duquesne from the French. However, as depicted in this engraving from Cassells Illustrated History of England published around 1890, it was a catastrophic failure. The scene portrays a chaotic battlefield with Native American warriors joining forces with their French allies against the British troops. The intensity of warfare is palpable as soldiers fight fiercely amidst dense wilderness. This archival picture transports us to that tumultuous period in history when European powers vied for control over North America. It serves as a poignant reminder not only of General Braddock's tragic end but also highlights the larger context of colonial conflicts and power struggles during the 18th century. This vintage illustration offers valuable insights into one of history's most significant military campaigns – Braddocks campaign or Braddocks Defeat – which ultimately shaped future events leading up to the Seven Years' War. Ken Welsh's meticulous attention to detail ensures that this historical print preserves an important chapter in our collective memory while honoring those who fought valiantly on both sides during these turbulent times.

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