France And England In North America Part Vii Vol 1 A Half Centu
Chapter 10
1712-1749.
LOUISBOURG AND ACADIA.
Peace of Utrecht.--Perilous Questions.--Louisbourg founded.--Annapolis attacked.--Position of the Acadians.--Weakness of the British Garrison.--Apathy of the Ministry.--French Intrigue.--Clerical Politicians.--The Oath of Allegiance.--Acadians refuse it: their Expulsion proposed; they take the Oath 183