Goulbourn Township Historical Society: “The Fenian Raids: Local Soldiers Who Stood On Guard”

The Fenian Raids: Local Soldiers Who Stood On Guard – Saturday November 21, 2026 1:30 p.m. Ottawa Public Library – Stittsville Branch: The Fenian Raids were conducted by the Fenian Brotherhood—Irish nationalists based largely in the United States—who sought to seize Canadian territory and use it as leverage against Britain. These incursions occurred mainly in 1866 and again in 1870–1871.

The presenters will be Mark Heckman, Trudy Garland, Don MacDougall, and Brenda Mills. Trudy, Don, and Brenda are direct descendants of local militia soldiers who served Canada during the Fenian Raids. They will each tell their ancestor’s story along with some family artifacts and heirlooms from their ancestor’s service.

ALL ARE WELCOME! Parking and refreshments are free. We invite you to “tell a neighbour, bring a friend”.