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Robert and Cyril Henry

Lest we forget: Private Robert Lawrence Henry and Private Cyril Ernest Henry are commemorated on pages 333 and 596 of the Second World War Book of Remembrance. Private […]

Arthur “Seymour” Tyler

“An honoured member of New Brunswick’s Black community, for the work he did to promote the pride, unity and dignity of his race through education.” – New Brunswick […]

Eldridge “Gus” Eatman

“The greatest athlete ever produced out of New Brunswick in his era.” – Maurice Eatman, 2019 World champion sprinter and First World War veteran, Eldridge E. Eatman was […]

The Balance of Power

Even those who came to a new land as “free” found themselves with little power over their future. Often ending up in servitude rolls.

Deby Nash Remembers her Parents

Deby Nash talks about her parents Dorrit and Hedley Nash of Fredericton, New Brunswick. Transcription : The two are seated beside the river Saint John, Deby Nash on […]

Born a Slave in Maryland

Nancy and her son Lidge first ran away from Caleb Jones of Nashwaaksis in 1786. This modern painting depicts her as the strong, composed and brave woman we […]

A Family Gathering Place

Maude Kendall (1890 – 1979) was William’s daughter. She married William Daniel Marr and lived on “The Hill”. Maud Kendall is pictured here with her children and grandchildren […]

Solomon Kendall of the Guides and Pioneers

This 1785 document lists the names of members of the Guides and Pioneers along with number of dependents. The Guides and Pioneers was a unique corps of Loyalist soldiers, […]

The Kendall Family Home on “The Hill”

The home of William Kendall, grandson of Solomon Kendall stood atop of a hill overlooking Highway 105 and the Saint John River. This farm house is where the […]