USA HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -The capture of Quebec proved to be the turning point of the Seven Years’ War. In 1763 the French ceded all their territories in North America. The continent was now controlled by the British, though the Spanish also gained some land to the west.

Detailed explanation-2: -By defeating and securing the French stronghold at Quebec, the British established a strong presence in New France, foreshadowing the eventual defeat of the French and the beginning of British hegemony in North America.

Detailed explanation-3: -The turning point in the war came when William Pitt took over the wartime operations. He believed North America was critical for England’s global domination. Pitt turned recruitment and supplies over to local authorities in America and promised to reimburse them for their efforts.

Detailed explanation-4: -Battle of Quebec Begins British and American troops established a foothold on the Isle of Orleans downstream from Quebec in June 1759. Three months later, on September 13, 1759, the British under General James Wolfe achieved a dramatic victory when they scaled the cliffs over the city of Quebec.

Detailed explanation-5: -In 1758, the tide turned when the British captured Louisbourg, followed by Quebec City in 1759 and Montreal in 1760. With the Treaty of Paris of 1763, France formally ceded Canada to the British. The Seven Years’ War therefore laid the bicultural foundations of modern Canada.