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Bicentennial of the War of 1812

Posted on February 24, 2012 by Ron

In my previous post, I indicated how there are seasonal changes to what people are thinking about based on the frequency of visits to certain of our blog entries. In similar fashion, the celebration of historical events can trigger increases … Continue reading →

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War of 1812 Bicentennial

Posted on October 4, 2011 by Ron

Less than three months until the calendar page is turned to 2012. Throughout many parts of Canada and the United States, re-enactors and historians have been planning for many, many months for the various events for the bicentennial of the … Continue reading →

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Fort York – “Doors Open”, Toronto

Posted on May 28, 2006 by Ron

Fort York – “Doors Open”, Toronto (2006) The original garrison of Fort York was built by Lieutenant Governor John Graves Simcoe in 1793. During the War of 1812, the fort was abandoned in the face of American advances but re-established … Continue reading →

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