Colonial militia in Canada
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The colonial militias in Canada were made up of various militias prior to Confederation in 1867. During the period of New France and Acadia, Newfoundland Colony, and Nova Scotia, these militias were m
Re-creation of part of the clothing issued to the French colonial militia in the 17th century.
Depiction of a French Canadian militiaman during the Seven Years' War.
British regulars and the Canadian militia repulse an American assault during the Battle of Quebec.
A mortally wounded Isaac Brock urges members of the York Militia forward during the Battle of Queenston Heights.
Charleville musket
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The Charleville musket was a.69 caliber standard French infantry musket used in the 18th and 19th centuries. It was made in 1717 and was last produced during the 1840s. However, it still saw limited u
Colonial militia in Canada
…a key factor leading to a confederation of the provinces into one country in 1867. Equipment Model/Type Period or Years in Use Manufacturer/Origins Charleville 1717 France Charleville 1728 France Charleville 1746 France Fusil de Grenadier Tulle France Fusil de Chasse Tulle France Queen Ann Musket 1702–1714…
Charleville Musket, exploded view
Charleville model 1763.
Model 1777 made during the French Revolution
Crude Khyber Pass copy of a Russian 1808 Tula musket (left).