Diffusion of technology in Canada — This article outlines the history of the diffusion or spread of technology in Canada. Technologies chosen for treatment here include, in rough order, transportation, communication, energy, materials, industry, public works, public services… … Wikipedia
Lévis, Gaston-François, Chevalier de — (1720 1787) Entered French army in 1735; named second in command to Montcalm, 1756; sailed for Canada the same year. On the death of Montcalm at Quebec, succeeded to the command of the French forces, and won the battle of Ste. Foy, 1760. After … The makers of Canada
Malartic, Anne Joseph Hyppolite, Count de — (1730 1800). Born in France. In 1745 entered the army; and in 1749 came to Quebec as assistant major. In 1756 served under Montcalm, and took part in all his campaigns; bore a conspicuous part in the siege of Quebec, 1759 1760, and severely… … The makers of Canada
Bourlamaque, de — Born in France. Governor of Guadaloupe; sent in 1756 with Montcalm to Canada as third in command and colonel of engineers. In command at Ticonderoga in 1759; promoted brigadier general, and took part in the defence of Quebec. Died, 1764.… … The makers of Canada
Murray, James — (1719 1794) Entered the army, 1740, and served in the West Indies, Flanders, and Brittany. In 1758 commanded a brigade at Louisbourg; and the left wing of the army at the battle of the Plains, 1759. After the surrender of Quebec, left in… … The makers of Canada
Flangers — 1996.jpg Logo original du groupe musical Flangers (1996) Pays d’origine Canada … Wikipédia en Français
Burton, Ralph — Served in the siege of Quebec. On July 29, 1759, in command of thirteen companies of Grenadiers, and on September 2 wounded at the battle of Montmorency. Appointed lieutenant governor of Quebec after the capture of the city. Index: WM Of… … The makers of Canada
Indians — Ch Superstitions of, 10, 12; council held to consider best policy to adopt in dealing with them, 108 111; murders committed by, 115; their great esteem for Champlain, 159; difficulty of educating their children, 233. S Their general… … The makers of Canada
Vaudreuil-Cavagnal, Pierre de Rigaud, Marquis de — (1698 1778) Born at Quebec, son of Philippe de Vaudreuil (q.v.). Entered the army at an early age, becoming ensign, 1708; lieutenant, 1712; and major, 1729. The following year gained the coveted honour of chevalier of the Order of St. Louis.… … The makers of Canada
Bearn Regiment — Established 1595, and served with distinction in a number of European campaigns. Landed at Quebec, June, 1755, with the regiment of Guienne and a portion of the Languedoc battalion, and added to its laurels at Fort Frontenac, Niagara, Oswego,… … The makers of Canada
