The death of General Richard Montgomery in the attack of Quebec 1775

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After John Trumbull
The death of General Richard Montgomery in the attack of Quebec 1775
oil on canvas
20 x 30 in. (50.8 x 76.3 cm.)
with an engraving of the same scene by James Archer. (2)

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Lot Essay

General Mongomery (1736-1775), of Irish origin, had served under General Wolfe during the American wars. After marrying an American he adopted the American cause and fought against the British at the seige of Quebec, 1775, where he lost his life.

After the picture in the Yale University Art Gallery.

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