Fruit Trees at Early Mackinac
At Michilimackinac, many residents lived transient lives, more so during the American Revolution. However, some saw that the instability could change, and the planting of fruit trees provides evidence.
At Michilimackinac, many residents lived transient lives, more so during the American Revolution. However, some saw that the instability could change, and the planting of fruit trees provides evidence.
In January 1776, the residents of Michilimackinac had a major problem. Montreal, the city at the other end of the supply line feeding Michilimackinac, was under rebel control.
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