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The Visit of the Prince of Wales to Canada - the Citadel of Quebec, from Prescott Gate.... 1860. Creator: Richard Principal Leitch
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The Visit of the Prince of Wales to Canada - the Citadel of Quebec, from Prescott Gate.... 1860. Creator: Richard Principal Leitch
The Visit of the Prince of Wales to Canada - the Citadel of Quebec, [Canada], from Prescott Gate - from a drawing by Captain Williams, R.A. 1860. Standing on a bold and precipitous promontory, Quebec has not inappropriately been called the "Gibraltar of America, "...The citadel stands on what is called Cape Diamond, three hundred and fifty feet above the level of the sea, and includes about forty acres of ground. The view from off the citadel is of the most picturesque and grand character. There will be seen the majestic St. Lawrence, winding its course for about forty miles, whilst the background of the panoramic scene is filled up by extensive plains, running backwards to lofty mountains in the distance, with Point Levi opposite and the Island of Orleans in the distance, whilst the junction of the River St. Charles and the Great River form that magnificent sheet of water, where numerous vessels are to be seen riding at anchor during the summer season. A walk around the ramparts of the citadel will well repay the stranger, by a magnificent change of scene at every turn he takes. The city itself bears all the resemblance of a strongly fortified and ancient city...'. From "Illustrated London News", 1860
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This photograph captures a moment in history as the Prince of Wales, later King Edward VII, visits Quebec City, Canada, in 1860. The image, taken from Prescott Gate, showcases the grandeur and fortified beauty of the historic city. Quebec, known as the "Gibraltar of America," stands proudly on a precipitous promontory overlooking the St. Lawrence River. The citadel, situated on Cape Diamond, is a formidable structure that covers about forty acres of land and stands an impressive 350 feet above sea level. The panoramic view from the citadel is breathtaking, with the majestic St. Lawrence River winding its way for forty miles, framed by extensive plains and lofty mountains in the distance. Point Levi and the Island of Orleans can be seen in the background, while the junction of the River St. Charles and the Great River creates a magnificent sheet of water. Numerous vessels can be spotted riding at anchor during the summer season. A walk around the citadel's ramparts offers a rewarding experience, as every turn reveals a new and picturesque scene. The city itself, with its strongly fortified and ancient appearance, adds to the allure of this historic site. This photograph, taken from a drawing by Captain Williams, R.A., was first published in the Illustrated London News in 1860, providing a glimpse into the past and a testament to the enduring charm of Quebec City.
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