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Wolfe Island's Quirky History


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History of Wolfe Island, Ontario, the largest of the Thousand Islands.

It traces the island's story from its use by Indigenous peoples for millennia, through the arrival and impact of French and British explorers and settlers, including its strategic role in the War of 1812.

The source also details the evolution of the island's economy, from fur trade and agriculture to industries like lumbering and cheese production, and highlights its significant natural heritage, particularly its importance as a bird area. Finally, it explores the island's cultural life through festivals and folklore, and profiles notable individuals who have shaped its history.

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