Our Garrisons In The West: Or Sketches In British North America (1864)

""Our Garrisons In The West: Or Sketches In British North America"" is a historical book written by Francis Duncan, first published in 1864. The book is a collection of sketches and descriptions of British garrisons and military outposts in Canada during the mid-19th century. It provides a detailed insight into the life of soldiers and their families stationed in remote locations across the vast Canadian wilderness. The book covers various aspects of military life, such as daily routines, training, discipline, and the challenges of living in harsh and isolated environments. The author also discusses the relationships between soldiers and the local indigenous populations, as well as the political and social issues surrounding British colonial rule in Canada. Overall, ""Our Garrisons In The West"" offers a fascinating glimpse into a little-known aspect of Canadian history and provides valuable insights into the experiences of British soldiers and their families in North America.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.