Peace Treaties Flashcards
What was the aim of the Peace and Friendship Treaties mentioned in the content?
The Peace and Friendship Treaties aimed to foster harmony and understanding between Indigenous peoples and the British, emphasizing peaceful coexistence and cooperation. These agreements sought to address conflicts and promote mutual respect and collaboration for a harmonious relationship.
Treaty of 1725
The Treaty of Boston, or Dummer’s Treaty, was crucial in establishing peace between Acadia and New England. It was named after William Dummer, the acting governor of Massachusetts Bay. Sauguaaram, a Penobscot leader, played a significant role in its initiation.
The Treaty of 1725, or the Dummer’s Treaty, aimed to address territorial disputes and conflicts between the British colonies and the Wabanaki Confederacy in present-day Maine. It sought to establish clear boundaries to prevent further clashes and promote peaceful coexistence.
Treaty of 1726
The Treaty of 1726 brought peace by establishing mutual commitments between the Indigenous peoples and Britain. This agreement ensured a cessation of hostilities, allowing for Indigenous autonomy in hunting, fishing, and farming activities without British interference, fostering a more harmonious relationship.
Treaty of 1749
The Treaty of 1749 was crucial as it helped establish a period of peace during King George’s War by securing alliances with Indigenous tribes. This agreement had implications for the balance of power and colonial relationships in North America at that time. The Treaty of 1749 marked a temporary cessation of fighting during King George’s War, with the Mi’kmaq and Wolastoqiyik tribes signing to ally with France against Britain.
Treaty of 1752
The Treaty of 1752 at Halifax aimed to regulate British-Indigenous relations post-punishment of the Mi’kmaq. It allowed British use of Indigenous peoples for trade, impacting the dynamics of colonial expansion and Indigenous autonomy in the region, following Governor Edward Cornwallis’s punishment of the Mi’kmaq for refusal.
Treaty of 1760
The Treaty of 1760 aimed to uphold the provisions of the previous Treaty of 1725, with additional agreements signed by other tribes like the La Have, Sipekne’katik, and Richibucto Mi’kmaq.
The Treaty of 1760 was crucial for maintaining peace and trade relationships between the Wolastoqivik and Passamaquoddy tribes, building upon the foundations set by the Treaty of 1725. It also expanded agreements to include other Indigenous tribes, fostering unity and cooperation.
Treaty of 1761
The Treaty of 1761 guaranteed the rights of the signatory tribes, including the Miramichi, Shediac, Pokeomouch, and Cape Breton Mi’kmaq, to hunt, fish, farm, and earn a living without British interference.
The Treaty of 1761 was significant for Indigenous peoples as it recognized their rights to resources and livelihoods, protecting them from British intervention. This acknowledgment helped maintain their traditional ways of life and autonomy within their territories.
Treaty of 1778
The Treaty of 1778 involved the Wolastoqivik, Mi’kmaq, Miramichi, and Chignecto tribes agreeing not to assist the Americans in the revolution, pledging to follow their hunting and fishing practices from Cape Tormentine to Chaleur Bay.
The Treaty of 1778 was significant as it solidified alliances between the British and Indigenous tribes, ensuring support for the British during the American Revolution. It also delineated territorial boundaries and recognized Indigenous hunting and fishing rights in the region.
Treaty of 1779
Treaty of 1779 guaranteed fishing and hunting rights, ensuring a peaceful environment for His Majesty’s subjects to engage in these activities.
The Treaty of 1779 aimed to maintain peace by securing fishing and hunting rights for subjects. This provision was crucial for fostering harmony and enabling people to partake in these activities without conflict. Such agreements were common during that era to prevent disputes and promote coexistence.
Treaty 1780
Treaty 1780 suggested that settlers did not want to uphold treaties, leading to the pushing of many Indigenous peoples into smaller territories.
After 1780, the Crown’s failure to enforce treaties resulted in Indigenous peoples being confined to smaller lands due to settlers’ disregard for agreements. This disregard led to the displacement and marginalization of many First Nations communities.
How do the Mi’kmag and Walastogivith peoples respond to the Peace and Friendship Treaties according to the text?
The Mi’kmag and Wolastoqiyik peoples have a deep cultural connection to the Peace and Friendship Treaties, viewing them as integral to their way of life. They consistently advocate for their rights to resources and land, demonstrating a strong commitment to upholding the agreements.
The text indicates that these peoples never forget about the treaties and actively defend their rights to hunting, fishing, and land use.
