Vauqelin Square and its statue of Naval Officer Jean Vauquelin Montreal, Canada, Canadian, Province, Quebec.( auquelin came to Canada as part of the naval force involved in the Seven Years' War. He arrived in 1758 in command of the frigate Atalante. Ensuing action involved Louisbourg and the naval battles with the British on the St. Lawrence. In 1760, he and his badly damaged ship were captured, the ship burned, and Vauquelin held by the British. His bravery had impressed his foes, who soon released him for return to France. )

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Location: Montreal, Canada,
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