George Monro

In August 1757, during the French and Indian War, French General Montcalm led about 8,000 troops, including nearly 2,000 Native American allies, against British Fort William Henry on Lake George, New York.

The fort, held by roughly 2,500 British and colonial troops under Lieutenant Colonel George Monroe, was bombarded for six days.

On August 9th, Monroe surrendered under terms that allowed his men to march to Fort Edward under French protection.

The next day, Montcalm's native allies attacked the withdrawing column, killing and capturing many.