Does geography shape history? Topographical quirks, precarious trails, steep climbs and sharp drops -- can these determine the future? On September 10, 2009, Dr. Peter MacLeod, pre-Confederation historian at the Canadian War Museum, discussed his essay -- The Truth about the Battle of the Plains of Abraham -- where he cross-referenced present-day photos with artist renderings from the past to reconstruct the setting and better understand its impact on the unfolding conflict. An idea that casts new light on an infamous battle. INTRODUCTION
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