Acadia was unmistakably a separate colony of New France, developing their own variant of the French language and traditions. The Acadians were the descendants of the 17th century colonists of Port Royal (present day Annapolis Royal). Tribulations of warfare by the French and British resulted in the tragic Grand Derangement. Expelled because of reasons by the British, dispersed throughout the British settlements, and the effect it had on the Acadian people and the history of Nova Scotia is knowledge detrimental to understanding the history of our country.
Why the Acadian people were expelled The British conquering Port Royal (present day Annapolis Royal) shortly after being known as Acadia. Wanting to keep their religion and traditions. The
Why the Acadian people were expelled The British conquering Port Royal (present day Annapolis Royal) shortly after being known as Acadia. Wanting to keep their religion and traditions. The