The state of his affairs left him only the alternative between attempting to storm Quebec, or abandoning the great object of the expedition.

Nor was his attempt so hopeless a measure as the strength of the place, and the event might, at first view, induce us to suppose.

The design was worthy of the lofty spirit which formed it; though hazardous, it was not desperate; and if great courage was required to crown it with success, great courage was employed in its execution.

He counted, and with reason, on the fears of the garrison, and on the immense extent of ground to be guarded.

Had he not fallen himself, or been deserted by his troops, it is even yet believed the enterprise would have succeeded.