#  1758 - Artemas Engaged in Combat 

 



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By this time a lieutenant colonel, Artemas had his first taste of combat in the failed British assault on French-held Fort Ticonderoga. Even though the campaign did not succeed, Ward gained valuable experience as a provincial officer serving under seasoned commanders.

 

 

 



 

 See also:- [ 1750's ](/timeline/1750s)
- [ Ward House Events ](/type-event/ward-house-related-events)