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Title
The Fate of Fort Niagara
Description
Battle of La Belle-Famille
Subject
Source
Publisher
Date
1759-07-24
Scenario#
CW08
Location
Fort Niagara, New York
Battle Name
Battle Narrative
The Battle of La Belle-Famille occurred on July 24, 1759, during the French and Indian War along the Niagara River portage trail. François-Marie Le Marchand de Lignery's French relief force for the besieged French garrison at Fort Niagara fell into Eyre Massey's British and Iroquois ambush. This action formed part of the larger Battle of Fort Niagara. The British knew of the French approach well in advance and constructed a breastwork across the road about two miles south of Fort Niagara. The French were ambushed, their force was routed, with many casualties. Captain Le Marchand de Lignery was mortally wounded in the battle.
Narrative Source
Wikipedia: Battle of La Belle-Famille
External Link
Combatants
France
Great Britian
Additional Information
French and Indian War
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