From pioneer times to the present day, ordinary people have been ready and willing to defend Norfolk County and Canada from real and threatened danger. Drawing on an array of historical documents, Bob Blakeley tells the story of the brave men (and, occasionally, women) who have answered the call to arms for more than two centuries.
The Civilian Soldier includes information on day-to-day activities, including the annual June 4 muster and regular trips to Camp Niagara for training. But it is also filled with dramatic episodes - War of 1812 battles, the burning of Dover and other Norfolk properties, the heroism and sacrifice of the First World War. Through the actions of civilian soldiers and those they protected, the book opens a window into a vital chapter of our county's past.
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