Which war saw New England forces capture the French bastion at Louisburg?

The capture of the French bastion at Louisburg occurred during King George's War, which took place from 1744 to 1748. This conflict was the North American theater of the larger War of the Austrian Succession occurring in Europe. New England forces played a significant role in this war, organizing an expedition that successfully seized the fortress in 1745. The victory at Louisburg was crucial as it not only represented a significant military achievement for the colonies but also exemplified colonial unity and military cooperation among the New England colonies.

In contrast, the French and Indian War, which took place from 1754 to 1763, focused on the struggle between British and French empires for dominance in North America, culminating in various battles but not specifically the capture of Louisburg. Queen Anne's War (1702–1713) predates King George's War and involved conflicts between the English and the French but did not include the capture of Louisburg. Pontiac's Rebellion (1763–1766) was an uprising of Native American tribes against British post-war policies and did not involve French forces to the same extent, nor any direct attempt to capture fortifications like Louisburg.

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