Surrender of Quebec

Surrender of Quebec
Part of the Anglo-French Wars

Champlain surrendering Quebec to Admiral Kirke, July 20 1629
Date1628-1629
Location
Saint Lawrence River and Quebec
Result

English victory

  • English occupation of Quebec until 1632
Belligerents
 France  England
Commanders and leaders
Samuel de Champlain David Kirke

The surrender of Quebec in 1629 was the taking of Quebec City, during the Anglo-French War (1627–1629). It was achieved without battle by English privateers led by David Kirke, who had intercepted the town's supplies.

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