0
Why did the French lose to the British so that Canada came under control rather then French control?
Wiki User
∙ 11y ago
The French and English fought a series of wars during the eighteenth century as these they competed for colonies, trade, and influence in North America, Europe, SW Asia, Africa, and the Caribbean. The French lost control of Canada in 1760 when General de Levis surrendered his army to the English at Montreal. That surrender occured a year after the English laid siege to Quebec City in the summer of 1759.
To backup a bit, what North Americans call the French and Indian War is referred to in Europe as the Seven Years War (1756 - 1763). It is tempting to discuss HOW France lost Canada, but the question is WHY.
There are three basic explanations: 1. The colonial government of New France was outrageously corrupt. This 'mafia,' called the Grande Society, was led by the peculators Francois Bigot and Joseph Cadet. Monies sent to New France by Louis XV were stolen by these two men and their cronies. Only a modicum of what was sent ever made it to the military coalition of French Army units, Canadian militia, and sixteen nations of Native Americans commanded by the superb general Marquis le Montcalm (again it is tempting to discuss military strategy, but I won't); 2. In Europe, French King Louis XV was fighting a coalition of English, Dutch, and German armies on his border thus preventing him from sending greater numbers to defend New France. King Louis' belief that Canada wasn't that valuable a colony didn't help. Plus the above mentioned drain on his treasury that no matter what sum he sent, it didn't seem to make a difference in New France's condition (we can thank the Grande Society for that); 3. If you take reasons 1 and 2 together, you can understand that General Montcalm attempted to defend New France with one hand tied behind his back. When the English concentrated their military might against New France and sent three sizeable armies against Canada in '59. The most famous of the three was commanded by General James Wolfe. Montcalm wanted to fight these three armies one at a time and chose Wolfe's army threatening Quebec City as the greatest threat. His strategy was to defend the high ground until Wolfe became frustrated and left. At that time, the river would freeze by mid-November and any (wooden) warships trapped would have been destroyed by what the Inhabitants called Le Debacle. Wolfe's small force of about 6500 was augmented by roughly 25% of Great Britain's naval forces. Don't forget that Montcalm had approx. 15000 on the summits of the Laurentian Plateau while Wolfe had less than half at the river's edge. The siege lasted from late June until September 13 when the Battle of the Plains of Abraham occured. As an aside, both Wolfe and Montcalm were killed during the battle.
The English ships had to evacuate pronto or risk being trapped in the ice floes. They garrisoned Quebec City with a small force. The next spring, General de Levis returned from winter quarters in Montreal and laid siege to the English. The Battle of Ste. Foye was indecisive and soon afterwards the English received reinforcements and de Levis was surrounded
Wiki User
∙ 11y ago
Add your answer:
Earn +20 pts
Why is Canada bilingual?
Canada is bilingual because France had colonies in North America including along the St Lawrence River. Britain had colonies along the East Coast of North America. Then France lost the Seven Years war. Britain did not evict the French from the lands they won. Not only did they not evict the French but to keep the peace they agreed to protect French language, religion and culture in the new British colony the Province of Quebec. That does not explain why Canada the Confederation is bilingual while Quebec is not. Nor does it explain why so many services would be available in French in Provinces like British Columbia where less than 3% of the population is French and less than 1% if it was not for the many Canadian jobs reserved for French speakers. That is much more complicated and much more political. It has to do with the Eastern Provinces with French history having disproportionately more power in Canada's political system and their view of Northern and Western Canada as Colonies of Canada rather than charter members with equal rights and say. Research has suggested that our Language laws may violate some basic human rights, do not reflect the Canada of the 21st century and has never represented the language of the people in many Canadian provinces. But for now Canada is officially Bilingual and maybe that is the best answer. It is because it was.
Why did Canada feel they deserved complete autonomy?
What do you mean? Canada is already a sovereign nation. Canada is already an independent nation. Perhaps you're asking why does Quebec want their independence? The answer to that is rather thorny, to say the least. The generally accepted rational is that the province of Quebec are predominantly French-speaking Canadians (or French-Canadians) who can't/don't identify themselves as being Canadian as much as they are French.
What year did Canada sign the Constitution?
Canada did not sign the U.S. Constitution, because Canada is not part of the United States.The Constitution of Canada was signed in 1867 as an act of the British Parliament, officially called the British North America Act 1867. In 1982, the Canadian constitution was officially patriated, meaning that it stands on its own under Canada's sovereign authority, rather than being officially under the authority of the British Parliament. The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms is part of the 1982 constitution.
What are the major economic activities for east Canada Quebec Ontario prarie provinces and british Columbia?
So, in other words, "What are the economic activities of Canada?" It would've taken less breath to say that rather than what you did.
Did France governed and controlled India during the colonial period?
Partially. The French had land claims in India from 1759-1954. Although India is not generally grouped with the French Empire, but rather the British Empire.
Why were the British taking over in America in 1775?
Because they knew there were lots of people there that were loyal to Britain and they thought they might help since the army lost control of Boston.
Who call it the French and Indian War?
the british called it the french and Indian war because near the end the Indians and french started fighting against each other, rather than together against the british.
Which two nations were allies with France rather than french control?
United States and something else
What treason did Louis Riel commite?
He failed to accept Canadian rule. Because he lost and Canada took control he was deemed a rebel rather than revolutionary and killed.
When did Canada be a part of the British empire?
Canada never really "joined" the British Empire. Rather the reverse, the British Empire acquired Canada in pieces, with no volition on the part of Canadians, either the original native inhabitants, or the contingent of New France settlers in the 18th century, whom the British conquered and occupied. Just as the United States was once a part of the British Empire, which was not a conscious act. The difference being that the United States separated from the Empire, in a revolution, whereas Canada more or less evolved as a distinct and sovereign country. And even the Empire evolved, world wide, into the Commonwealth of Nations, sharing the monarch, but really nothing else.
Why did many colonists go to Canada during the American Revolution?
Americans who were still loyal to the British Crown or opposed universal democracy, called the Loyalists, immigrated to Canada where Britain was still in control. They generally immigrated from New York to Ontario (Upper Canada) or from New England to Nova Scotia and New Brunswick.
When did Nunavut leave the British rule?
Nunavut was never ruled by the British government. Rather, the territory was created on April 1, 1999, through the Nunavut Act as passed by the Parliament of Canada.
Why did most Indians fight with the french against the british and its American colonists in the french and Indian war?
The French colonists treated the Native Americans with A LOT more respect than the other colonists did (including British colonists). The NAs would have rather had no colonization on their land at all, but given the choice to defend the peaceful French territory or fight alongside the British (who wanted to acquire that territory) it was an easy decision for them to make.
Why is Canada bilingual?
Canada is bilingual because France had colonies in North America including along the St Lawrence River. Britain had colonies along the East Coast of North America. Then France lost the Seven Years war. Britain did not evict the French from the lands they won. Not only did they not evict the French but to keep the peace they agreed to protect French language, religion and culture in the new British colony the Province of Quebec. That does not explain why Canada the Confederation is bilingual while Quebec is not. Nor does it explain why so many services would be available in French in Provinces like British Columbia where less than 3% of the population is French and less than 1% if it was not for the many Canadian jobs reserved for French speakers. That is much more complicated and much more political. It has to do with the Eastern Provinces with French history having disproportionately more power in Canada's political system and their view of Northern and Western Canada as Colonies of Canada rather than charter members with equal rights and say. Research has suggested that our Language laws may violate some basic human rights, do not reflect the Canada of the 21st century and has never represented the language of the people in many Canadian provinces. But for now Canada is officially Bilingual and maybe that is the best answer. It is because it was.
Why did Canada feel they deserved complete autonomy?
What do you mean? Canada is already a sovereign nation. Canada is already an independent nation. Perhaps you're asking why does Quebec want their independence? The answer to that is rather thorny, to say the least. The generally accepted rational is that the province of Quebec are predominantly French-speaking Canadians (or French-Canadians) who can't/don't identify themselves as being Canadian as much as they are French.
What year did Canada sign the Constitution?
Canada did not sign the U.S. Constitution, because Canada is not part of the United States.The Constitution of Canada was signed in 1867 as an act of the British Parliament, officially called the British North America Act 1867. In 1982, the Canadian constitution was officially patriated, meaning that it stands on its own under Canada's sovereign authority, rather than being officially under the authority of the British Parliament. The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms is part of the 1982 constitution.
What are the major economic activities for east Canada Quebec Ontario prarie provinces and british Columbia?
So, in other words, "What are the economic activities of Canada?" It would've taken less breath to say that rather than what you did.
