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Matching Articles"17th Century" (Total 20)

Robert Hayman (1575-1629)

Robert Hayman is often credited as being the first known Canadian and Newfoundland poet.
The English Migratory Fishery and Trade in the 17th Century

The basic characteristics of the migratory fishery did not change very much in the 300 years of its existence.
The Nine Years' War, 1689-1697

This first episode in the long contest between England and France is also known as King William's War, and as the War of the Grand Alliance.
Amy Taylor; 24 August, 1652

Deposition of Amy Taylor, taken at Ferryland on August 24, 1652, dealing with planters, government, fortifications, cod, fisheries, stages, boats, and taxes.
Amy Taylor; 29 August, 1652

Examination on the Interrogatories of David Kirke, in Baltimore vs. Kirke, given by Amy Taylor on August 29, 1652, and dealing with planters and government.
Administration of Law to 1729

An article on the administration of law in Newfoundland to 1729
Anglican Cathedral of St. John the Baptist (St. John's)

About the Anglican Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, a Registered Heritage Structure located on 16 Church Hill in St. John's that dates back to 1699.
The Arms, Seals, and Emblems of Newfoundland and Labrador

The function of coats of arms, great seals, and emblems is to identify a place, person, or institution. Various symbols have represented Newfoundland.
Divergent Paths: The Development of Newfoundland Church Architecture

About the Development of Newfoundland Church Architecture and the distinctions between religious buildings in Newfoundland.
Health

Medicine in Newfoundland and Labrador has steadily evolved throughout the centuries, often as a result of political and social change.
Irish Migration

Irish migrations began in the late-17th century and peaked in the early 19th century, when up to 35,000 Irish arrived on the island.
The Irish in Newfoundland

The Irish migrations to Newfoundland, and the associated provisions trade, represent the oldest connections between Ireland and Canada.
Malnutrition in Newfoundland and Labrador

About the consequences of malnutrition in Newfoundland and Labrador and the efforts to prevent deficiency diseases.
Eastport Peninsula: Migratory Fishery and Early Settlement

About the migratory fishery and early English settlement on the Eastport Peninsula.
Newman Wine Vaults, St. John's, NL

About the Newman Wine Vaults, a Registrered Heritage Structure on 436 Water Street in St. John's, NL and believed to have been built in the early 19th century.
Population

About the population of Newfoundland during the 17th and 18th centuries.
Religion in Newfoundland and Labrador

A broad look at religion in Newfoundland and Labrador throughout the centuries.
The Roman Catholic Church

Roman Catholic presence and influence on Newfoundland society, and advancements in the Roman Catholic church.
Scottish in NL

The major Scottish migrations to Newfoundland and Labrador occurred in the 19th century and involved two unrelated phases.
English Settlement

The initial establishment of a British population in Newfoundland can be traced to the English colonizing schemes in the early 17th century.

Matching Articles"17th Century" (Total 20)

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