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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book chronicles the migration of Scottish Highlanders to British North America, detailing their fierce clan loyalty, unwavering Catholicism, and heroic military service to the British Crown. The author, a Catholic Bishop and former chaplain to a Glengarry regiment, offers an insider's perspective on the motivations and experiences of these proud people. Beginning with the economic hardships faced by Highlanders in the late 18th century, the book follows their arduous journeys across the Atlantic and their struggles to establish new lives in a foreign land. It highlights their military exploits during the American Revolutionary War, the War of 1812, and the Canadian Rebellions, showcasing their unwavering bravery and loyalty to the British cause. This deeply researched and engaging account sheds new light on the significant contributions made by Scottish Highlanders to the history and development of North America. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9780366712557_0
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