French and Indian War
James Clinton's military experience began in the French and Indian War, starting with an ensign's commission in 1757 and achieving the rank of Captain in 1759. In 1758, commanding a company, he participated, along with his father (Colonel) and brother George (Lieutenant), in General John Bradstreet’s capture of Fort Frontenac (now Kingston, Ontario). He and his brother played a key role in capturing a French vessel.
James remained in the army, stationed at various frontier posts until the end of the war in 1763. He then retired and married Mary De Witt.
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