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8.00" x 5.50"
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10.00" x 7.50"
Black Militiamen Church Poster
by James Canning
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Black Militiamen Church poster by James Canning. Our posters are produced on acid-free papers using archival inks to guarantee that they last a lifetime without fading or loss of color. All posters include a 1" white border around the image to allow for future framing and matting, if desired.
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Latest update: Word is that the local government is going to start renovation in November this year ( 2015) to bring this wonderful site back to its... more
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Latest update: Word is that the local government is going to start renovation in November this year ( 2015) to bring this wonderful site back to its original glory. Oro African Methodist Episcopal Church was designated a national historic site of Canada in 2000 because:
- it is the last built remnant of a community of African Canadians whose roots are uniquely anchored in the history of United Empire Loyalists,
- it represents the important role that Black militiamen played in the defence of Upper Canada during the War of 1812, and early Upper Canada land policy.
Oro African Methodist Episcopal Church was built by African Canadians. The Oro Black settlement was a unique approach to integrating African Canadians into a farming community. The idea for an African Canadian community originated in 1783 with Sir Guy Carleton, Commander-in-Chief of British forces in North America. During the American Revolution, Carleton had promised that the slaves of non-Loyalists who joined...
About James Canning
Welcome, Please spend a few minutes enjoying a variety of my creative images, so you can see what is most appealing to you. I am sure you will find one which will suit your individual decor and taste. Thank you again for visiting my Art website. All rights reserved.
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