Generals Schuyler and Montgomery launch an attack from Fort Ticonderoga into British controlled Canada. They lay siege Fort St. Jean. After several months they capture the fort and take prisoner nearly all British regulars in Canada. Afterwards, the Americans capture Montreal without a fight.
British Commander Guy Carleton dons a disguise and escapes back to Quebec. He prepares to defend the city against the American forces.
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