This category is for sites that relate to the history of the province of Nova Scotia in general.
This page was last updated on October 4th, 2008
This page was last updated on October 4th, 2008
History (from Society and Culture)
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History Scrapbook
Selected newspaper clippings about the province's history.
The Royal Nova Scotia Historical Society
The society meets to hear and discuss papers about the history of the province. Lists annual journals, membership, schedule of meetings, a link to the Genealogy Network Association, publications for sale and business address.
History of Automobiles in Nova Scotia
A history of automobiles in the province from 1899 to 1949. Takes the visitor from the 'mortal terror of horsemen' to the problems of obtaining gasoline in the forties.
History of Railway Companies in Nova Scotia
A history of the 120 companies organized since 1860 to build railways in the province. Offers company descriptions, historical notes and links to further details.
Nova Scotia Quotations
Quotations about the province; many by residents.
History of Nova Scotia.
Narrates history of Nova Scotia from 1605 to 1758.
Westray Coal Mine Disaster
An extensive collection of information about the Westray Coal Mine disaster in Nova Scotia, 1992.
Culloden Memorial Cairn
Cairn in Knoydart, commemorating the Battle of Culloden and the three men who fought there, and eventually migrated to Nova Scotia. Location, history, photos, events and contact details.
History of Electric Companies in Nova Scotia
Various facts and documentation of over 100 electric power companies that have operated in the province.
Fr. Alex Duncan MacDonald
Describes the author of Mabou Pioneers, a genealogy of the Highland Scottish families (mainly from Lochaber) who settled the Mabou region of Cape Breton in the early 1800s.
CultureCanada - Nova Scotia - History
A directory of information on provincial history.
History of Nova Scotia, Before Dec 1759
A history of Nova Scotia with particular attention given to communications and transportation. Begins with Prince Henry Sinclair in 1398 and ends with the completion of Sambro Lighthouse in 1759.
Little-Known Portions of Nova Scotia History
A comprehensive index to online information about the history of this province. Includes a good collection of historical maps and history of county boundaries and municipal governments.
Westray Public Inquiry Transcript
Online transcript of proceedings at the Westray Mine Public Inquiry, Stellarton, Nova Scotia, 1996.
The People of Western Kings 1785 to 1901
An alphabetical list of the people who lived in Western Kings County from 1785 to 1901. Compiled by John F. Dugan from census records, cemetary listings and church records.
Nova Scotia Pony Express, 1849
An index to online information about the Nova Scotia Pony Express of 1849. Abstracts are included for each resource indexed.
Some Oral Histories of the Mi'kmaq People
Personal histories made availably by Mi'kmaq elders. Insights into culture, tradition and history by; Kevin Sack, William G. Paul, Cecile Marr, Wilfred Prosper and Daniel J. Stevens. [Annie Claire Googoo]
History of Telephones in Nova Scotia
History of more than 300 telegraph and telephone companies in Nova Scotia, from the Antigonish and Sherbrooke Telephone Company to the Yarmouth Amalgamated Telephone Company.
Nova Scotia War Memorials
Detailed descriptions and photos of the province's various war monuments and cenotaphs.
Mi'kmaq Census 1871, 1881, 1891 Nova Scotia
The census material was taken from the Ph.D thesis, "Change in the Real Property Law of a Cape Breton Island Micmac Band, Volume 2" by Daniel P. Strouthes. Offers name, age, residence, literacy and occupation.
A Pictorial of the Past
Pictures from the 1800 and 1900s of Yarmouth, Digby and Shelburne counties. Presents captions, requests for information, a guestbook and thanks to participants.
Icelandic Memorial Society of Nova Scotia
Incorporated to educate the public about Nova Scotia's Icelandic past by sharing the history of the Icelandic settlers during the late 1800's. Lists the society, historical events, locales, books, photos and links.
Catholics of the Diocese of Antigonish, Nova Scotia, and The Great War, 1914-1919
Features the text and photos from this post-war publication.
History of the Scots in New Scotland (Nova Scotia)
A brief history of the settlement of Nova Scotia by the Scots. Includes the Nova Scotia tartan and the actual founding of the province by King James and Sir William Alexander.
Nova Scotia's Electronic Attic
Online information about the province, especially historical material about transportation and communications. Contains an extensive set of historical links and general internet-related articles.
Royal Proclamation of 1763
The declaration by the King of England that set the boundaries of lands in North America, including Nova Scotia, for settlement by colonists and set apart that land that was held by the Indian nations.
New France: Electric City
A view of pioneer life through the story of the Stehelin family and the start of a lumber settlement.
Council of Nova Scotia Archives
An umbrella organization that promotes good archival practises by like institutions throughout the province. Lists member archival institutions by alphabet of category, education, publications, staff and contact information.
Selected newspaper clippings about the province's history.
The society meets to hear and discuss papers about the history of the province. Lists annual journals, membership, schedule of meetings, a link to the Genealogy Network Association, publications for sale and business address.
A history of automobiles in the province from 1899 to 1949. Takes the visitor from the 'mortal terror of horsemen' to the problems of obtaining gasoline in the forties.
A history of the 120 companies organized since 1860 to build railways in the province. Offers company descriptions, historical notes and links to further details.
Quotations about the province; many by residents.
Narrates history of Nova Scotia from 1605 to 1758.
An extensive collection of information about the Westray Coal Mine disaster in Nova Scotia, 1992.
Cairn in Knoydart, commemorating the Battle of Culloden and the three men who fought there, and eventually migrated to Nova Scotia. Location, history, photos, events and contact details.
Various facts and documentation of over 100 electric power companies that have operated in the province.
Describes the author of Mabou Pioneers, a genealogy of the Highland Scottish families (mainly from Lochaber) who settled the Mabou region of Cape Breton in the early 1800s.
A directory of information on provincial history.
A history of Nova Scotia with particular attention given to communications and transportation. Begins with Prince Henry Sinclair in 1398 and ends with the completion of Sambro Lighthouse in 1759.
A comprehensive index to online information about the history of this province. Includes a good collection of historical maps and history of county boundaries and municipal governments.
Online transcript of proceedings at the Westray Mine Public Inquiry, Stellarton, Nova Scotia, 1996.
An alphabetical list of the people who lived in Western Kings County from 1785 to 1901. Compiled by John F. Dugan from census records, cemetary listings and church records.
An index to online information about the Nova Scotia Pony Express of 1849. Abstracts are included for each resource indexed.
Personal histories made availably by Mi'kmaq elders. Insights into culture, tradition and history by; Kevin Sack, William G. Paul, Cecile Marr, Wilfred Prosper and Daniel J. Stevens. [Annie Claire Googoo]
History of more than 300 telegraph and telephone companies in Nova Scotia, from the Antigonish and Sherbrooke Telephone Company to the Yarmouth Amalgamated Telephone Company.
Detailed descriptions and photos of the province's various war monuments and cenotaphs.
The census material was taken from the Ph.D thesis, "Change in the Real Property Law of a Cape Breton Island Micmac Band, Volume 2" by Daniel P. Strouthes. Offers name, age, residence, literacy and occupation.
Pictures from the 1800 and 1900s of Yarmouth, Digby and Shelburne counties. Presents captions, requests for information, a guestbook and thanks to participants.
Incorporated to educate the public about Nova Scotia's Icelandic past by sharing the history of the Icelandic settlers during the late 1800's. Lists the society, historical events, locales, books, photos and links.
Features the text and photos from this post-war publication.
A brief history of the settlement of Nova Scotia by the Scots. Includes the Nova Scotia tartan and the actual founding of the province by King James and Sir William Alexander.
Online information about the province, especially historical material about transportation and communications. Contains an extensive set of historical links and general internet-related articles.
The declaration by the King of England that set the boundaries of lands in North America, including Nova Scotia, for settlement by colonists and set apart that land that was held by the Indian nations.
A view of pioneer life through the story of the Stehelin family and the start of a lumber settlement.
An umbrella organization that promotes good archival practises by like institutions throughout the province. Lists member archival institutions by alphabet of category, education, publications, staff and contact information.
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