310 people perish when Le Chameau, a King's ship carrying supplies, money, and dispatches, is wrecked near Louisbourg during a furious gale on the night of August 25. 1732-1733 Smallpox epidemic sweeps through Louisbourg causing the deaths of 151 people. It was carried to Louisbourg on the King's ship Les Rubis. 1734 Masonry Lighthouse, Canada's first, was completed at the harbour entrance. 1736 Masonry Lighthouse partially destroyed by fire.
Work begins immediately on it's reconstruction.
The reconstruction of the lighthouse is completed. The War of the Austrian Succession begins in Europe. In March war is declared between France and Great Britain. In December, the troops in Louisbourg mutiny. The first siege of Louisbourg.