Fort De Levis
1760
Text from the plaque
Last stand of France in Canada. Fort de Lévis, on Isle Royale, (Chimney Island) was built by Captain François Pouchot in the spring and early summer of 1760. Its garrison surrendered after a gallant defence, on 25th August, 1760, to the British army commanded by Sir Jeffrey Amherst. Siege batteries were established on this point and on adjacent islands.
Transcribed from the marker, not summarised.
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The United Counties of Leeds & Grenville
The Township of Edwardsburgh/Cardinal
On the south side of Road 2
1.4 km east of Highway 16
N 44 45.119 W 75 27.109
Recorded May 2009. Check current access before visiting.
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