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Unraveling Stories from the Long 18th Century
Dive into rich narratives and surprising details of the 18th century, where history unfolds beyond dates and battles.
5/8/20241 min read
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J. Peter Gillies, UE
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Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada
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The Union Flag of Great Britain that flew through most of the Long 18th century.
On 1606 April 12, the first Union Flag was created by royal decree under King James VI & I. This version combined the red cross of St. George (England) and the white saltire of St. Andrew (Scotland). It was primarily used on ships at sea. The flag became the official national flag of the newly formed Kingdom of Great Britain following the Acts of Union 1707 May 01. The current Union "Jack" design was adopted (1801 01 01) to mark the union of Great Britain and Ireland. This version added the red saltire of St. Patrick to represent Ireland.
Portraying a Royal Provincial Chaplain, Church of England Clergy, New York, 1779-1783
Member, DeLancey's Brigade Living History Association, Portraying Allyson's Company, 2nd Battalion, Brigadier-General Oliver DeLancey's Brigade (1783) Members of the British Brigade
Member, The Brigade of The American Revolution
Member, New Brunswick Historical Society
Member, Company I, 20th Regiment of Maine Volunteers Historical Society as the Regimental Chaplain
Kings Landing Historical Settlement, Volunteer Villager, The Print Shop
Seasonal Tour Guide with Ambassatours HOHO, Saint John
