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Compare and contrast french and indian war
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Compare and contrast french and indian war
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General Edward Braddock General Info General Edward Braddock was commander in chief of the British forces in North America during the actions at the start of the French and Indian war. Braddock was born in Perthshire, Scotland in January, 1695. His father was also named General Edward Braddock and his mother's name is unknown. Braddock was about sixty, a short, stout, bad-tempered martinet with little experience in action and none of the type of fighting that was in store for him. His rudeness and arrogance made a thoroughly bad impression on the colonials and were to contribute to a jaundiced view of the British officer class. In February 1755, the first British general to ever set foot in the colonies, Edward Braddock, arrived in Virginia. Edward Braddock, most famous for his disastrous mistake made during the French Indian War, led the British to a loss against the French. Accomplishments/Failures Before Braddock could reach major general in the British army he had to work his way up there. In 1710 when Braddock was 15, he joined the Coldstream Guards of Britain. Over the years he moved …show more content…
In 1755, Braddock was dispatched to command the British and colonial forces in North America's first significant battle. With the major aim to capture Fort Duquesne at the forks of the Ohio River Valley, he commanded a force of 1,400 British regulars and 700 colonial militia. After crossing the Monongahela River on July 9, 1755, they were ambushed by 900 French, Canadians, and Native Americans. Braddock refused to allow his men to take cover and arranged them in the British traditional column formation. This allowed the French to easily ambush the British forces because they used the surrounding trees as cover. So, despite the fact that the British outnumbered the French, the French won. In all, the British lost 977 men and the French only lost
When it came to General Thomas Gage, he was the commander and chief of British forces in the new world. In 1774, he was known to be the most powerful man in North America.
The British chose to attack the Americans from the north by way of Isle aux Pois in the mouth of the Pearl River because this was the only only stable water they had found that ships could ride and anchor. When hearing that the british where coming this way, Lieutenant Thomas Ap Catesby Jones and his five gunboats went to try and Barackade the Rigolets trying to make sure they wouldn’t enter. His 185 men and 23 guns awaited the British. At 10:30 on December 14th 1814 three columns of British ships, 42 to 45, armed with 43 guns and 1,200 under the command of Captain Lockyer met the American blockade. Fierce fighting began and the British had finally captured the five American boats. Losses were 17 British and 6 Americans killed, 77 British and 35 Americans wounded. This gave Gerneral Andrew Jackson six days more to improve his defenses. The British at the very beginning of the war had demolished almost all of Jacksons sea power. Jackson only had the Carolina, Louisiana, and one gunboat left.
Operational leaders see how the individual components of an organization fit together and use those individuals work to make a larger outcome. When they focus on a problem, they think of what works best within the process and systems to make an impact on the situation. These types of leaders play a big part in making sure that things get done in an effective and functioning manner. According to the Army Doctrine ADP 6-0, the Army over time has strayed away from operational leaders and adapted Mission Command, which gives leaders the ability at the lowest level the capability to exercise disciplined initiative in an act of carrying out the larger mission . Mission Command is made up of the following six steps: Understanding, Visualize, Describe, Direct, Lead and Assess, in which a commander is responsible for. General Patton understood the intent of the Battle of the Bulge on different levels, he was able to form a mental image for the course of actions for the allies, enemies and lead his Army into combat while guiding his officers and soldiers to succeed in meeting his intent. The Battle of the Bulge is where General Patton gained one of his greatest military achievements by using his tactical leadership and logistical genius, which in return helped him turn around the main forces and forced the Germans to drive back in their final counter-offensive. General Patton strongly exercised Mission Command by understanding, visualizing, leading, and commanding what was known as the largest and bloodiest battle during World War II.
Clark, during the 1770’s, was helping Kentucky defend itself from Native Americans. At the time, Clark was transporting gunpowder to the frontier between the Americans and the British. The Native Americans, who lived in the Northwest, disliked the Americans in the Northwest and their claim on Kentucky and with the British backing, waged war with the Americans. Clark was now in charge of defending the settlements and was promoted to major. Clark then made plans in taking British held forts in the region and persuaded Governor Patrick Henry to support him in capturing the forts. Clark had won the support of Patrick Henry, was promoted to lieutenant colonel, and was given command of the mission (“George Clark” 1). With the command of the mission, Clark had lead 175 men who traveled to Fort Kaskaskia, Illinois in six days. The fort was almost defenseless and was easily taken with Clark’s force. Clark had sent Captain Leonard Helm to capture Fort Sackville, after learning that the fort was undefended from American spies. Leonard Helm had then captured the fort, but was taken back by Henry Hamilton shortly after. Henry Hamilton, the famous British “Hair Buyer”, used militia and Native Americans to take Fort Sackville. In the winter, Clark lead a force of 170 men ...
On October 1st, 2017 a buffoon named Stephen Craig Paddock perched himself on the 32nd floor of a hotel, directly above the country music festival in Las Vegas. He started shooting at the hundreds of people below him. The people were in bedlam. Leaving 58 dead and over 500 others injured.
Authorities have identified the suspected gunman in the Sunday night shooting as Stephen Paddock. Clark County Sheriff Joseph Lombardo said officers confronted Paddock on the 32nd floor of the Mandalay Bay Hotel and Casino across the street from the concert. Paddock is dead.
The 1700’s were a time for the pirates. All over the world, these thieves of the seven seas robbed cargo ships. Some of the major countries of the world often used their military to fight these pirates. Many pirates of this time earned reputations for being quite successful. It was Edward “Blackbeard” Teach who became one of the most successful pirates of all.
While it is the year 1928, James J. Braddock is at the peak of his career: he makes over $8,000 per fight. He isn’t considered a good boxer; he is one of the greats. After 5 years pass, James goes from making $8,000 a fight to $50, losing money. Money is tight and food is scarce in James’ household now. Claiming he isn’t hungry, James, being considerate of his daughter’s needs, gives her his dinner. But he shouldn’t fight without eating. James goes to his fight with an injured hand and an empty stomach. James loses the fight, and he isn’t given the $50 he was promised. After the fight is over, he is told that the fight was pathetic, and his boxing license is revoked. Much later, James’ manager gets him a fight against Griffin. James wins,
The war started over arguments of land and the expansion of it, between the French and British. In the early 1750s, France’s Ohio River Valley expansion brought conflict having British claim they own those colonies (mostly Virginia). During 1754 and 1755, the French defeated young George Washington, Gen. Edward Braddock, and Braddock’s successor, Governor William Shirley of Massachusetts. By this time, the French have
British commander in chief of the North America operations was Major General Edward Braddock (Tindall and Shi). Major Braddock personality did not help him with any events he got involved in. He was often described as being stubborn and overconfident. The negative part that was pulled out was that Major Braddock did not have experience fighting on American soil. Braddock took his forces a little over 100 miles to Fort Duquesne, but never made it. In route to the fort Braddock and his force ran into Indian 6 miles away from the fort on July 9, 1755. He tried to reason and recruit the Indians, but with him being perceived as overconfident, it led to a large ambush after the Indian refuse to join him. This ambush included the Indians and the French militiamen. The British took a massive lost due to this ambush loosing soldiers, supplies, and their solider. The defeat of the British was so intense that Washington had written to his brother explaining the tragedy that had
British colonists and French colonist in the new world struggle for supremacy was intense in the 1700s. In the 1750s, Conflicts between French and British colonist became more intense, when the French colonists expanded into the Ohio River valley, which was already claimed by the British Colonists. During 1754 and 1755, the French defeated the British colonists in the battle of Jumonville Glenwhich, which was fought on the Fort Duquesne. The British colonists eventually became scared because France had an advantage because of their success winning support from the indians, and the British military effort was hampered by lack of interest at home. In 1756, the Britain eventually declared war on the France. The war ended in 1763 with the Treaty
The Seven Years’ War (also known as the French and Indian War) was a crucial turning point in Canadian history. The Battle of the Plans of Abraham is a pivotal war fought during the Seven Year’s War. It is one of the most famous battles ever fought on Canadian land. The battle between France and Britain in the Conquest of Quebec and thus the conquest of Canada. It happened near the St. Lawrence River (Beauport) near Quebec, on Sep 13, 1759. British strategy in Canada during the French and Indian War was to capture the major French fortresses one by one. At the time of the battle, the only strongholds left for the French were in Quebec and Montreal. By late summer of 1759, Quebec, the major centre of French power in Canada was soon to be attacked by the British. Wolfe commanded the British, whereas Montcalm commanded the French. About 1300 men were killed during The Battle of the Plains of Abraham. Both Montcalm and Wolfe died during the battle.
However, it can be argued that the Fort was under manned therefore an easy victory for the British. Despite the first point, the other three points either ended in a stalemate or an utter defeat for the British. The second and by far the most famous British point was Edward Braddock’s attempt to attack and capture Ft. Duquesne and Necessity. One of the many mishaps Braddock was his long journey to Ft. Duquesne. During this time Braddock spent an inconsiderable amount of time building this road. Subsequently, the French were given extra time to prepare themselves and their defenses. Another mistake that can be argued by Braddock was his lack of employing Indians to help fight and guide the British through the forest. When it came down to actual numbers the British forces numbered near 1,850 and the French defenders numbered 855-essential holding close to a 2:1 advantage. In spite of this numerical advantage, the French forces were able to surround the British resulting in 977 British deaths and a French victory. It is worth noting that a future American Revolution General, George Washington, was a witness to Braddock’s blunder. William Shirley’s attempt to attack Ft. Niagara but he also took a long time forging his way through the forest. With winder fast approaching, Shirley was forced to retire at Fr. Oswego. The fourth and final point was the British attacking up
Britain, emerging victorious, they took possession of the French territories in Canada and became the dominant colonial power in North America. The weapons used in this battle were flintlock smoothbore muskets, tomahawks, and bow & arrow.
On November 23, 1753, an officer of the Virginia Militia—Major George Washington—sent to give warning to Britain’s enemy, the French forces, on the Ohio river a warning as a precursor to the French & Indian War-— noted in his journal the confluence of the major rivers.