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ENTRY 58 — War of 1812: Canadian Bicentennial Travels

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February 15th 2015
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ENTRY 58 — War of 1812 (1812–1815) The War of 1812 was a conflict fought between Canada and the United States (along with their respective allies). With the majority of the British military fighting Napoleon in Europe, Upper and Lower Canada looked defenceless. America believed their conquest would “be a mere matter of marching” as the population was largely American born and the co... Read Full Entry



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The Travel Blog of Bryan and Miranda Before meeting Miranda, I was a litigation lawyer who had always loved to travel. As a child, my parents included me on their many trips. It was my idea to see the 1965 New York World's Fair, and in 1968 to travel across North America from Montreal to Seattle. In 1980 I spent a summer exploring America with a Greyhound "Thank You Canada" pass. Americans were grateful to Canada for rescuing hostages being held captive by Iran. (I don't think I paid for a drink on my entire trip and yes, I still feel Americans are the kindest, most generous peopl... full info
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Stone House BurlingtonStone House Burlington
Stone House Burlington
The Stone House Restaurant features Fine Wines, Steak and Seafood with a European Mediterranean flair, including Grilled New York Striploin, Filet Mignon and Rack of Lamb.
African Lion SafariAfrican Lion Safari
African Lion Safari
As we arrive Miranda walks over to the fence. She is amazed at the sheer size if this game reserve!
On Safari On Safari
On Safari
There are literally thousands of different animals!
LostLost
Lost
Miranda takes out her map trying to find the African Queen.
The African QueenThe African Queen
The African Queen
Mr. Allnut points the way.
The African QueenThe African Queen
The African Queen
Miranda hangs on!
Toronto, OntarioToronto, Ontario
Toronto, Ontario
Our first view of the City of Toronto
CN Tower, TorontoCN Tower, Toronto
CN Tower, Toronto
Bryan enjoying five star cuisine overlooking the route of the US invasion army of April 1813. The American attack force supported by a naval flotilla landed on the lake shore to the west and advanced against York (Winter 2013 FotoetimePhoto CR)
Cn Tower, TorontoCn Tower, Toronto
Cn Tower, Toronto
Miranda is enjoying her meal, with modern day Toronto in the background.
Captain John's Harbour Boat Restaurant TorontoCaptain John's Harbour Boat Restaurant Toronto
Captain John's Harbour Boat Restaurant Toronto
Royal Ontario Museum, TorontoRoyal Ontario Museum, Toronto
Royal Ontario Museum, Toronto
The ROM had two exhibits on the occasion of the Bicentennial of the War of 1812. The first explored Native history and how the First Nations fought for Canada against aggressive American expansionism. The second exhibit 'Afterimage' presented Tod Ainslie’s Vision of the War of 1812 and showcased 22 photographs documenting historically significant sites of the War of 1812.
Allan Gardens, TorontoAllan Gardens, Toronto
Allan Gardens, Toronto
IN 1858 prominent local politician George Allan offered the Toronto Horticultural Society a five-acre parcel of land to develop a garden. It was in constant demand for flower shows, promenade concerts, gala balls, conventions and other social events. In 1910 Robert McCallum designed classically proportioned domed Palm House which stands on the site today.
St. Lawrence Market, Toronto St. Lawrence Market, Toronto
St. Lawrence Market, Toronto
In 1803, the population in York, Upper Canada had increased to the point where a public market was needed. Upper Canada Lt. Governor Peter Hunter established a weekly market day and designated an area.
Downtown TorontoDowntown Toronto
Downtown Toronto
Miranda near Dundas Subway.
Buskerfest, TorontoBuskerfest, Toronto
Buskerfest, Toronto
Toronto Buskerfest is the name of the festival of buskers—street performers held near St Lawrence Market
Scotland Yard, TorontoScotland Yard, Toronto
Scotland Yard, Toronto
Toronto's night life is both fun and safe!
Old Fort HenryOld Fort Henry
Old Fort Henry
A cannon inside the walls of Fort Henry in Kingston.
Fort Henry, Kingston, Ontario Fort Henry, Kingston, Ontario
Fort Henry, Kingston, Ontario
A Fort Henry guard gets the shock of his life when he gets a load of Bryan. (Summer 2014 FotoetimePhoto CR)
Ottawa, OntarioOttawa, Ontario
Ottawa, Ontario
Miranda stands across the street from the Parliament Building.
It doesn't get much betterIt doesn't get much better
It doesn't get much better
Our walks on the mountain were some of the highlights of our trip to Mount Bruno.
Coureurs des boisCoureurs des bois
Coureurs des bois
As kids we loved exploring the wilderness trails on Mount Bruno.



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1st September 2018

Susie Hill
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Loved the "Song" LOL
Loved the "Song" LOL
3rd September 2018

Bryan
Bryan and Miranda

Song
It is Canadian humour.
2nd September 2018

johnpoulton
John Poulton

American Canadian war
Well, I never even knew about that war! President Madison seems to have been the Trump of his day.
4th September 2018

Bryan
Bryan and Miranda

LOL
Our 'travels' are a bit "tongue in cheek'. Miranda was born in the USA and we love the USA. However, it would be fair to say Trump's trade war is hitting us hard.

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