Civilian and Military Occupation
After the British conquest in 1760, the Plains of Abraham continued to be a strategic site for the city: it was the site of the American invasion in 1775-1776, the first line of defence against an attack during the War of 1812, and the home of an arms manufacturer in the late 19th century. What were the Plains of Abraham before they became the park of today?
Marie-Josephte Corriveau
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On April 18, 1763, Marie-Josephte Corriveau was hanged on the Plains of Abraham. Her name has endured through the ages, remaining embedded in collective memory.
The Martello Towers of Québec City
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Iconic structures on the Plains of Abraham, the Martello Towers of Québec City were built between 1808 and 1812 as the walled city’s first line of defence.
American Invasion of 1775
A little-known fact: the Plains of Abraham were the site of one of the first battles of the American War of Independence. Discover what happened during this period.
