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1849 New York Herald Editorial on Canadian Annexation Movement

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1849 New York Herald Editorial on Canadian Annexation Movement

Date: 1849

Source: NAC/ANC, Elgin-Grey Papers

The 1849 New York Herald Editorial on Canadian Annexation Movement is a significant historical document that reflects the political and social tensions in Canada and the United States in the mid-19th century.

In the editorial, the New York Herald expresses support for the annexation of Canada by the United States, arguing that the union would benefit both countries economically and politically. The editorial also suggests that the move would be supported by many Canadians, who were frustrated with the British colonial government and saw annexation as a means of achieving greater autonomy and economic prosperity.

The editorial is significant because it reflects the ongoing debates over the relationship between Canada and the United States, as well as the political and economic pressures faced by both countries at the time. It also sheds light on the perspectives of Americans and Canadians on issues of nationalism, sovereignty, and territorial control.

Today, the New York Herald Editorial on Canadian Annexation Movement is considered an important historical document that provides valuable insight into the history of Canada and the United States and their ongoing relationships. It is also a reminder of the ongoing challenges faced by nations in maintaining their territorial sovereignty and identity in an increasingly interconnected world.

It is very certain that the United States will never solicit the Canadians to annex themselves to this Republic, under any circumstances whatever. But while we assert this, we are willing, on the other hand, to say that, if the Canadians will at some future time procure the consent of Great Britain to be annexed to the United States, we will, when that consent shall have been obtained, and on their solicitation and earnest request, take the question into consideration; and, if we can adjust some preliminary arrangements concerning our domestic relations, satisfactorily to the varied interests of this country, we will allow them to come in and partake of the gteat political blessings which we in the United States enjoy. The first thing for the people of Canada to do, however, is to obtain England's consent to dispose of themselves as they think proper.

[31st July, 1868.]


Cite Article : www.canadahistory.com/sections/documents

Source: NAC/ANC, Elgin-Grey Papers

Reference: Article by (Staff Historian), 2023

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