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Barbados: Age of Discovery – Historical Influences

In the Age of Discovery, tobacco was king and indentured servants from Britain were amongst the first to toil the fields of Barbados but … Continue reading

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Barbados: Goods & Chattels

It’s antiquated language but can still be found in wills and division of property. In Barbados we learn the origin of the expression “all … Continue reading

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South Africa: Exploring Cape Town

As the seat of the National Parliament and the legislative capital of South Africa, Cape Town has an intriguing history that is revealed as … Continue reading

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Emerald Isle: In the footsteps of St. Patrick

Is the gravesite in Downpatrick the final resting place of the great Saint? In search of St. Patrick takes us across the Emerald Isle … Continue reading

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Emerald Isle: Dublin and Kilkenny

An introduction to two capital cities: Dublin, today’s capital of the Republic of Ireland, and Kilkenny, the medieval capital of the country. We explore … Continue reading

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The Island of Barbados: History and Ecology

Walking through the dense ravine of Welchman Hall Gully in Barbados, you wouldn’t know that much of the forest of this former British colony … Continue reading

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Guatemala: Antigua “The Colonial City”

Founded by the Spanish in the 16th century and situated in a valley surrounded by volcanoes, La Antigua Guatemala was once the capital city … Continue reading

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Toronto #8: The Blackburn Story – Slaves on the Run

The story of Lucie and Thornton Blackburn, slaves on the run from Kentucky, is brought to life with help from the Provincial Marine re-enactment … Continue reading

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