The Gift 1757 (1 Viewer)

[PolarBear]

Private Richard Boyle of the Compagnie d'Irlandais has just presented a trophy of war (the mitre cap of a British grenadier) to Saundustee (water) a Huron ally of Montcalm's forces in North America during the French & Indian War. Boyle's family had settled in New France during the 17th Century to escape British persecution of their Catholic religion. Montcalm's army included Irish companies made up of British deserters and Irish settlers of Quebec like Boyle. These Irish units which fought in both Europe and North America in the 18th Century were distinguished by their red and green uniforms. A sizable population of Irish ancestry may still be found in Quebec and in 2009 the McCord Museum of Canadian History in Montreal will hold an exhibition entitled: Being Irish O'Quebec.

Figures: WB Redcoats & Bluecoats Series #47015 and 47018

 

[lancer]

This is a great scene. Nice work. -- lancer

 

[1879fanatic]

Randy,
You stole that rock out of my garden! Another brilliant scene and story to enlighten us all! Great work &
Merry Christmas to the whole PolarBear family!
Mike

 

[PolarBear]

Randy,
You stole that rock out of my garden! Another brilliant scene and story to enlighten us all! Great work &
Merry Christmas to the whole PolarBear family!
Mike

Many thanks Mike.

I found the rock on one of our recent walks. I always keep an eye out for "free" scenics that way. Now everything is covered with snow, however.

The best of Christmas and New Years Wishes to you and your family. I hope there are lots of Zulus running around your tree.

Randy