Newmarket History
Have you always wanted to learn about Newmarket history, but couldn’t be bothered to read about it? Newmarket History is a fresh and a completely new way to experience the fascinating history of the town’s past. Your host, Connor Lamont, is just like you, and knows that the best way to relive history, is to break down the most famous tales of Newmarket’s past into fun and easily digestible stories. With input from local history expert Richard MacLeod, also known as The History Hound, educate yourself on Newmarket’s history in an entertaining way and gain a new appreciation for the town’s past. New episodes every Tuesday. For any queries or future episode ideas, please send an email to newmarkethistory@gmail.com.
Newmarket History
The 1837 Rebellion; Robert Simpson
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Connor Lamont
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Season 1
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Episode 2
The first half of this week's episode explores how Newmarket residents sparked the 1837 rebellion of Upper Canada. Learn how a group of frustrated local farmers resorted to arms to change the country of Canada forever. In the second half, it's the story of Simpsons's Department Store and its humble beginnings in Newmarket. Discover how Robert Simpson grew his store into one of the most famous department stores in Canada's history.