An accurate and authentic journal of the siege of Quebec, 1759

The town of Quebec stretches up a sheer riverbank, split into a bustling Lower Town of merchants and a more formal Upper Town where clergy, officers and the colony’s elite live. Massive stone walls, thick citadel ramparts and a ring of cannon protect both sides, while the steep hill beyond the city promises a weak point if an army can seize it. The description paints a vivid picture of a fortified settlement that feels both impressive and vulnerable, setting the stage for a high‑stakes confrontation.

In June 1759 a British fleet slips past Cape Ray and begins a daring ascent of the St. Lawrence, anchoring at islands that give the troops a foothold near the city. Landing parties take Point Levi with only light resistance, only to face sudden attacks from Canadian and Indigenous forces and even incendiary fire‑ships drifting downriver. The early engagements showcase the resolve of both sides and the looming struggle to control the strategic heights that could decide Quebec’s fate.