The First English Conquest of Canada, written by Henry Kirke and published in 1871, is a historical account of the English colonization of Canada during the 17th century. The book provides a detailed description of the earliest settlements in Nova Scotia and Newfoundland, and chronicles the English conquest of Quebec in 1629. Kirke's account is based on primary sources, including letters, journals, and official documents from the period. He describes the political and economic motivations behind the English colonization of ...
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The First English Conquest of Canada, written by Henry Kirke and published in 1871, is a historical account of the English colonization of Canada during the 17th century. The book provides a detailed description of the earliest settlements in Nova Scotia and Newfoundland, and chronicles the English conquest of Quebec in 1629. Kirke's account is based on primary sources, including letters, journals, and official documents from the period. He describes the political and economic motivations behind the English colonization of Canada, and provides insights into the daily lives of the early settlers. The book also delves into the complex relationships between the English, French, and Indigenous peoples of Canada, and examines the impact of these relationships on the development of the colonies. Kirke's writing is both informative and engaging, and provides a fascinating glimpse into a pivotal period in Canadian history. Overall, The First English Conquest of Canada is a valuable resource for historians and anyone interested in the early history of Canada.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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