Nanticoke

Nanticoke is a National Historic Site of Canada in Nanticoke, Ontario.

Ontario · 38 Rainham Road, Nanticoke, Ontario · location approximate

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NANTICOKE On 13th November, 1813, Norfolk volunteer militia, led by Lieutenant Colonel Henry Bostwick, routed a band of American marauders who had terrorized the country. This exploit inspirited the military forces, restored the confidence of the people, and was an important factor in the immediate recovery of lost ground.

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Le 13 novembre 1813, la milice de volontaires du NOrfolk sous les ordres du lieutenant-colonel Henry Bostwick, dispersa une bande de maradeurs américains que terrorisait la région. Cet exploit encourgea les forces militaires, rétablit la confiance du peuple et contritua à la reprise immédiate du terrain perdu.

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