Geography of British, French, Aboriginal Interactions in Early Nova Scotia

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Article citation: Lennox, Jeffers. "A Time and a Place: The Geography of British, French, and Aboriginal Interactions in Early Nova Scotia, 1726–44." William & Mary Quarterly 72.3 (2015): 423-460.
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In the article, the author provides evidence to support his thesis of the various interactions between the aboriginal, French and the British in Nova Scotia. Negotiation sites and conferences were made to allow for each of the parties to speak out about the disappointments that they had with one another. This was a great way of ensuring peaceful interactions since it prevented the parties from going into war. There were various jurisdictional problems where Nova Scotia’s and Massachusetts’s governors believed that Penobscot was under their jurisdiction. In 1726, treaties were made to prohibit the British empire from expanding into the Penobscot region and if they adhered to the limits, then the natives would welcome Dunbar as their friend. This, among other examples, have proved the authors argument about the interactions which took place in Nova Scotia. He also points out the role played by religion to create peace.
The history of Nova Scotia in 1726 to 1744 provides the learner with more knowledge in understanding aspects concerning the British, aboriginal and the French rule. The article is an eye-opener to the class of history because we will be covering plenty of historical events. Through the article, a student can get a glimpse of what to expect to learn in other historical articles. The British ruling is a common...