A few regular troops from old France, weakened by hunger and sickness, who, when fresh, were unable to withstand the British soldiers, are their general's chief dependence.
James WolfeAbout author
- Author's profession: Soldier
- Nationality: british
- Born: January 2, 1727
- Died: September 13, 1759
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