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59. I remember going to Old Fort Henry as a child. The tour

Sat Apr 19, 2025, 06:34 PM

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guide told us about a tunnel prisoners had dug to escape. I was beside myself with intrigue. That was in Kingston, Ontario. Been to the Citadel in both Halifax, NS and Quebec City. Redoubt in Halifax. Vibes that we are beyond war at this point.

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