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Matching Articles"18th Century" (Total 35)

Commercial Whaling in Newfoundland and Labrador to 1900

Shortly after Cabot's discovery of North America, seasonal whaling stations were established on the Labrador side of the Strait of Belle Isle.
The Impact of the Anglo-French Wars, 1793-1803

Coming so soon after the massive market collapse of the late 1780s, the Anglo-French wars had a devastating effect on the migratory fishery.
The French Settlement of Placentia

During the 1650s, French Basque fishermen began to overwinter in Placentia Bay, a practice that was encouraged when the French crown decided to sponsor a colony.
Garrison Life in the 18th Century: Page 3

Page three of a five page article providing information about what it was like to be a part of the garrison in 18th century Newfoundland.
Garrison Life in the 18th Century: Page 4

Page four of a five page article providing information about what it was like to be a part of the garrison in 18th century Newfoundland.
Garrison Life in the 18th Century: Page 5

Page five of a five page article providing information about what it was like to be a part of the garrison in 18th century Newfoundland.
[Commodore] John Underdown; 11 November, 1706

An Account of the Inhabitants, Boats, Stages, Fishing Ships, Fish caught, etc., in Ferryland in the year 1706.
The Wars and Newfoundland Society: The Home Front

The most visible sign of the transformation from fishery to colony was the increase in Newfoundland's permanent population.
The Placentia Economy, 1662-1713

A look at the the economy of Placentia, when it was a French colony in NL from 1662 to 1713.
Planters

Every fishing property usually included a planter's house, a store with goods and supplies, and cabins for fishing equipment and the crews.
Initial Impact of the Revolution on Newfoundland

The quarrel between Great Britain and its North American colonies had been brewing for some time, but no one expected a revolt to break out in 1775.
Long Term Impact of the Revolution

It would be misleading to assume that the revolution had no ill-effect on the fisheries.
The Revolution as Opportunity

Many thought the Revolution to be an opportunity to eliminate American competition in the supply trade, even though many residents suffered hardships.
Migratory Fishery and Settlement Patterns

Information about the migratory fishery and the patterns permanent settlement around Newfoundland and Labrador.
St. John's in the 18th Century

An account of the community of St. John's during the 18th century.
The Early Settlement of St. John's

Establishment of the colony of St. John's in the 16th century.
18th Century Towns: Trepassey, Trinity, and St. John's

The establishment of three 18th century Newfoundland towns, Trepassey, Trinity, and St. John's.
Voluntary Settlement: The Peopling of Newfoundland to 1820

Information about the creation of permanent settlement in Newfoundland, which was, in fact, widely supported by the British Government.
William Healle [of St. John's]; 14 August, 1707

Deposition of William Healle, taken on August 14, 1707, and dealing with the Pool Plantation and planters.
Economic Changes, 1730-1815

The cod fishery continued to dominate the Newfoundland and Labrador economy during the period of naval government despite dramatic changes.

Matching Articles"18th Century" (Total 35)

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