Historical Events tagged with "1711"
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Military & Warfare
Quebec Expedition's Tragic Loss at Pointe-aux-Anglais
August 22nd, 1711 313 years ago
A British expeditionary fleet heading to Quebec encountered disaster at Pointe-aux-Anglais. Eight ships wrecked on submerged rocks, leading to the loss of nearly 900 lives, including soldiers, sailors, and women. The mission, intended to bolster British presence in Canada, quickly turned into a calamity that would impact troop morale and strategic planning in the region.
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