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Major General James Wolfe (1727–1759)

Image credit: The Fusilier Museum, Bury

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Major General Wolfe was commissioned at 15 years old and served in seven campaigns by the age of 21. He commanded the 20th Regiment of Foot from 1750 to 1758. Wolfe was promoted to Major General and appointed Commander-in-Chief of the British forces that conquered Quebec in 1759.

The Fusilier Museum, Bury

Bury

Title

Major General James Wolfe (1727–1759)

Medium

oil on board

Measurements

H 62 x W 45 cm

Accession number

PCF7

Acquisition method

gift from Major Bruxner Randall, 1896

Work type

Painting

The Fusilier Museum, Bury

Moss Street, Bury, Greater Manchester BL9 0DF England

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