James Wolf at The National Portrait Gallery, London

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James Wolfe was a fearless General who led his troops with unwavering determination. In 1759, he embarked on a daring mission to capture Quebec, a strategic location that held the key to ending French rule in Canada once and for all. Wolfe's masterstroke was to discover a hidden patch of unguarded terrain, allowing him to launch a surprise attack on the Plains of Abraham above Quebec without being detected. Although his troops fought valiantly, Wolfe himself would not survive the battle, succumbing to his wounds before he could enter the city. A poignant plaster cast of his likeness, created by Joseph Wilton, stands as a testament to his bravery. According to Wilton, the cast was based on a servant of Lord Gower's who bore an uncanny resemblance to Wolfe. Interestingly, when his coffin was opened at Portsmouth, Wilton found Wolfe's face to be 'distorted beyond recognition.' This sculpture is part of "Scan The World," a groundbreaking initiative spearheaded by MyMiniFactory, aimed at creating a digital archive of 3D printable sculptures and landmarks from around the globe for public access. Scan The World is an open-source community effort, and anyone with unique items to contribute can email stw@myminifactory.com to get involved.