Louisbourg 250'th

[alikws]

Louisbourg in 1758 was the turning point at when the french presence in north america began to crumble. A fair history can be had at http://en.wikipedia.com/wiki/Louisbourg especialy the side topic of the siege of 1758.

Louisbourg was a fortified French port town north of Halifax on Cape Breton island in Nova Scotia. The pictures are of a reenactment of the capture of the town

The siege of 1758 was the largest amphibious assault on a fortified position since roman times. Specialy built flat bottom boats - the ancestors of Normandy Higgins boats were used. The assault was close to an abort when 3 Frasiers managed to get a toehold on a rock.

Highlanders were a major part of the forces, and were a strong presence at this event. This was the first time I ever saw the sword dance at an event. Indians were rare, but I got into a lot of photo albums.

The event was incredible, Where a reenactment at a reconstructed fort or historical farm is nice, This was a town brought back to life. Reenactors were here from the US, all over Canada, England, Scotland, Germany

Spectator turnout was good, but I saw only non-reenactor/performer kiltie. Some mi'qmaw were here as spectators, possibly cousins?

The weather here was strange, the fog would break about 11:00 am, hang off shore, then move back in like clockwork each day near 3:00

The comments about being jolted back to reality by the cars are understood, Leaving an event like this is a shock that lasts for a while.

More to come - next up the mud fest at a place called ticonderoga

[Galician]

Highlanders were a major part of the forces, and were a strong presence at this event. This was the first time I ever saw the sword dance at an event. Indians were rare, but I got into a lot of photo albums....

Spectator turnout was good, but I saw only non-reenactor/performer kiltie. Some mi'qmaw were here as spectators, possibly cousins?

Hey, thanks for your informative reply!

From your comments, should we take it that you are the Native American shown in a couple of the photos?

[Scotus]

Wonderful photos!!! I love the photo of the Catholic chapel, as well as the marching troops.