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Proclamation
Proclamation of William Shirley regarding the attack on Cape Breton and the enrolment of soldiers
Date
January 26, 1744
Dimensions1 textual record ; 43.8 x 31.5 cm
Origin
United States, North America
Object NumberS001/D1.3,3.3
DivisionArchives - Textual Archives
CollectionStewart
Scope and ContentTaking advantage of the War of Austrian Succession (1740-1748) being waged in Europe between England and France, the Province of Massachusetts Bay planned to capture the fort of Louisbourg, in Cape Breton, which posed a threat to its fishing grounds and coastline. On January 26, 1744 the governor of Massachusetts, William Shirley (1694-1771), proclaimed that 3,000 volunteers were needed for an expedition aimed at conquering Louisbourg. Instructions were issued regarding the raising of troops. The attack on the town was scheduled for June 28, 1745, but the Treaty of Aix-la-Chapelle ended the war and returned Louisbourg to France.NotesSource of title: based on the nature of the document.
Signatures and inscriptions: ‘‘For Capt John Hill of Berwick.’’
Language of the document: the document is in English.
Signatures and inscriptions: ‘‘For Capt John Hill of Berwick.’’
Language of the document: the document is in English.
Status
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