Ken Watson, of the Friends
of the Rideau Canal gave
an engaging talk on the
history of the Rideau Canal.
Kingston & its shipyards were
vulnerable to attack by
Americans in the War of 1812.
The Rideau Canal was built
to provide a supply route from
Ottawa to Kingston.
Construction started in 1826.
The canal was completed
in 1832.
In addition to its military purpose,
the Rideau Canal became
a commercial trade route.
Timber, iron, phosphate, mica,
wheat & flour, cheese, alcohol,
food, coal & people were
transported on the canal.
Eventually, the Rideau Canal
became a tourist destination.
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