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From Beausoleil Broussard to the Queen Royal Proclamation: A Journey Through the History of Acadia

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**From Beausoleil Broussard to the Queen Royal Proclamation** by Glen Pitre is a comprehensive history of the Acadian people from their arrival in North America to the present day. The book is written in a clear and engaging style, and it is packed with valuable information. Pitre provides a wealth of detail about the Acadian people, their culture, and their history, and he does so in a way that is both informative and entertaining.

Acadian Redemption: From Beausoleil Broussard to the Queen's Royal Proclamation

by John Man

4.6 out of 5

Language	:	English
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Beausoleil Broussard

The book begins with a discussion of Beausoleil Broussard, a French explorer who is credited with being the first European to set foot on the shores of what is now Acadia. Broussard arrived in the region in 1604, and he quickly established a trading post. Over the next few decades, other French settlers arrived in Acadia, and they soon established a thriving colony.

The Queen Royal Proclamation

In 1713, the British gained control of Acadia from the French. The British government issued a series of proclamations that were designed to encourage English settlement in the region. One of these proclamations was the Queen Royal Proclamation, which was issued in 1763. The Queen Royal Proclamation granted land to British settlers in Acadia, and it also guaranteed the Acadians the right to practice their own religion.

The Acadian Deportation

Despite the guarantees of the Queen Royal Proclamation, the British government eventually decided to deport the Acadians from their homes. The deportation began in 1755, and it lasted for several years. Thousands of Acadians were forcibly removed from their homes and sent to other parts of the British Empire.

The Acadian Renaissance

The Acadian deportation was a traumatic event for the Acadian people. However, the Acadians eventually rebuilt their lives, and they established new communities in various parts of the world. In the 20th century, there was an Acadian Renaissance, and the Acadian people began to reclaim their culture and heritage. Today, there are Acadian communities in Canada, the United States, and Louisiana.

**From Beausoleil Broussard to the Queen Royal Proclamation** is a valuable resource for anyone who wants to learn more about the history of the Acadian people. The book is well-written, informative, and engaging, and it is sure to appeal to a wide range of readers.

Acadian Redemption: From Beausoleil Broussard to the Queen's Royal Proclamation

by John Man

4.6 out of 5