War of 1812

[mike webb]

Heard an item on CBC radio this morning regarding the War of 1812 and it's effects here in New Brunswick, Canada. Although the U.S. invaded Upper Canada during the war, it seems like folks in New Brunswick and the state of Maine just really didn't want to get involved.
The towns of St. Stephen, N.B. and Calais, Me. lie side by side separated by the St. Croix River. Families maintained close ties across the border, as they still do, often inter-marrying. The British Crown sent a large supply of black powder to be used by the Canadian Militia in St. Stephen for operations against the U.S.. The Canadian Militia promptly lent it to the town of Calais, Me. for their 4th of July celebrations. Now that's a civilized way to fight a war!
The British also occupied the port of Eastport, Maine during the war, it was a bloodless occupation. They maintained close ties with their American "enemies" and in fact stayed until 1818. Four years after the war ended!! I guess there is something to be said for living in a backwater place. Things are a lot more peaceful.

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