Block House at Bob-Lo Island Park, Canada.

Description:

Color postcard depicting the block house on Bob-Lo Island. Printed on verso: Block House: Bob-lo Island PARK. This old historical land-mark was erected prior to the year 1835, and was used by the British soldiers during the rebellion 1837-38. The date of its construction is not definitely known, but it stands to-day as it stood in pioneer days. It is also said to have sheltered many slaves while making a perilous escape from bondage in the South to Canada. Photogelatine Engraving Co. Limited, Ottawa.

Date Issued:

1920-01-01T00:00:00Z

Data Provider:

Detroit Historical Society

Subject Topic:

Bob-Lo Island and Block House

Format:

Postcard

Rights:

No Copyright - United States

URL:

http://detroithistorical.pastperfectonline.com/archive/32C27549-3945-407E-BB9C-574350704060