The Battle of the Plains of Abraham, one of the most pivotal moments in Canadian history, was surprisingly brief. Taking place on September 13, 1759, near Quebec City, this critical confrontation was part of the larger conflict known as the Seven Years’ War. The British forces, led by General James Wolfe, faced off against the French troops commanded by General Louis-Joseph de Montcalm. Despite the monumental stakes involving the control of North America, the actual combat lasted for only about

In December 1943, the Canadian military liberated the town of Ortona, Italy from German forces in a battle that became known as "Little Stalingrad". | War Stories

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