Fort Willow – 1814 “The fear was that the Americans would then swoop down from the North to York ( Toronto) and simultaneously attack from the south.”
Got the 1812 Fever Yet? Wasaga Under Siege ! July 23-25
July 19, 2010 By
Dateline 1812 : Britain is at war with Napoleon in Europe. The newly founded USA ( 1776) looks north and congress notes the colonies of Upper and Lower Canada (The Canadas), are looking lightly defended. A goal of conquest is stated and the US declares war on Great Britain on June 12, 1812.
Doors Open Barrie Sept. 19th
May 7, 2010 By
The 2010 Doors Open Barrie 2010 September 19, 2010 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Doors Open Barrie is now in its third year! Explore some of our most intriguing heritage buildings and sites of interest. Part of Barrie’s Heritage Weekend, including Carnegie Days and the Nine Mile Portage Heritage Festival.
