A Speech Of John Strachan, Archdeacon Of York, In The Legislative Council, March 6, 1828, On The Subject Of The Clergy Reserves (1828)

Focusing on a pivotal speech from 1828, this historical document presents John Strachan's defense of the Clergy Reserves, a policy allocating land to support the Anglican Church in Canada. Strachan, a key figure in 19th-century Canadian Anglicanism, articulates the political and religious controversies surrounding this issue, reflecting the era's tensions. This facsimile reprint serves as a valuable resource for those studying Canadian history, politics, and religion, preserving an important cultural artifact for future generations.