CANA 1F91 Lecture Notes - Lecture 4: British Subject, Henri Bourassa, Chanak Crisis
9 Aug 2016
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To discuss how the experience of the loyalists has been used. To discuss the weakening of canadian ties to britain. To discuss how canada"s relationship with britain can create divisiveness. One of the common definitions of a loyalist is: unfailing devotion to the british crown, strong anti-americanism, sacrifice and suffering for their principles, a conservative ideology. The effect of the war on the iroquois confederacy. Mohawk, onondaga, cayuga, seneca, onelda, tuscarora (1772) Sullivan confederacy (made to destroy iroquois land and settlement) George washington: the immediate objects are the total destruction and devastation of their settlements . Personal level; families fell pride when they know they"re family are descended from united empire. To provide a sense of attachment to britain. To create a self-identity and convey values. Mid 19th century research on the loyalists. Their harmonious unity has given us a form of political life thoroughly distinct from that of the people to the south of us.
