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 United Empire Loyalists American Revolutionary War Genealogy & History Resources More Canadian Resources | More American Resources More Loyalist Resources | More American Revolution Resources BOOK - Commissioner's Books, A Reconstruction of [mostly Loyalist] Land Records Destroyed in the War of 1812 [Niagara District] By Mayholme Foundation Published by Mayholme Foundation, St. Catharines, 2012
On the 10th of December 1813, except for one building, the entire Town of Niagara was burned to the ground including the building which housed all of the land registry documents and records. This was not the only property to have been destroyed by fire by the Americans in the Niagara District but it was the only location of the land documentation. The result being that after the secession of hostilities it became necessary for a Commissioner to personally interview every Loyalist and Settler in the Niagara District as to the disposition of their lands. Witness accounts of the losses were also taken to prove or disprove the war loss claims. Contents include:
About the Mayholme Foundation: Mayholme’s Mission Statement: Is to promote genealogical and historical research by collecting, storing and preserving historic documents and materials. To assist individuals and organizations by encouraging public awareness of our history and ancestors in the community. This publication was produced through the efforts of the Mayholme Foundation volunteers. 160 Pages Hardcover - premium library binding in burgundy with gold stamping. Sources and Notes Index - See the complete index here Published by Mayholme Foundation, St. Catharines, 2012 ISBN: 978-0-9739629-4-9 More Genealogy & History Resources from Global Genealogy:
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