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After performing military manoeuvres of the early 19th century, the Fort York Guard fired their muskets at the enemy yesterday in Nathan Phillips Squa(...)
After performing military manoeuvres of the early 19th century, the Fort York Guard fired their muskets at the enemy yesterday in Nathan Phillips Squa(...)

After performing military manoeuvres of the early 19th century, the Fort York Guard fired their muskets at the enemy yesterday in Nathan Phillips Squa(...)

Date8/4/1975
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Original Toronto Star caption: After performing military manoeuvres of the early 19th century; the Fort York Guard fired their muskets at the enemy yesterday in Nathan Phillips Square and won the day. It was all part of the Simcoe Day celebration; which included historical displays; band music and the symbolic return of John Graves Simcoe; the founder of Toronto; portrayed by Col. Michael Stevenson; commander of the Queen's York Rangers. About 8;000 people attended the celebration.
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ProvenanceFrom the Toronto Star Archives
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Copyright HolderToronto Star (Firm)
Call Number / Accession NumberTSPA_0001945F