Real PEI Podcast w/ REALTOR® David Cyrus MacDonald of RE/MAX Charlottetown Realty
My name is David Cyrus MacDonald and I am a REALTOR® with RE/MAX Charlottetown and the host of Real PEI Podcast - formerly known as Chattel Fixtures PEI Real Estate Podcast. My goal with this show is to enjoy learning from interesting conversations about PEI real estate and to share those talks with you.
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Real PEI Podcast w/ REALTOR® David Cyrus MacDonald of RE/MAX Charlottetown Realty
The Belfast Riot of 1847: Bloodshed, Land, and Legacy in PEI – with Author Callum Beck
In this gripping episode, we explore one of Prince Edward Island’s darkest and most hidden historical events — the Belfast Riot of 1847. Host David Cyrus MacDonald is joined by Calum Beck, author of The Belfast Riot of 1847, for a deep dive into the legacy of violence, power struggles, and the land conflicts that shaped PEI’s history.
Imagine a clash so brutal it ended in bloodshed, dividing communities for generations. Back in 1847, factions fought to the death with lumber and fence posts over the appointment of a land agent for Scottish Lord Selkirk — a man who owned over 100,000 acres of PEI. The riot claimed lives, caused lasting trauma, and created a ripple effect that’s still felt in Island memory today.
Calum Beck uncovers the full story, bringing forward a buried chapter of Island history — one that’s both shocking and essential to understanding how PEI developed into the community it is today.
📌 Host:
David Cyrus MacDonald, REALTOR® w/ RE/MAX Charlottetown
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📌 Guest:
Calum Beck | Author of The Belfast Riot of 1847
Calum shares insights on:
✔️ The roots of the Belfast Riot and its political backdrop
✔️ The powerful role of land agents and absentee landlords
✔️ William Douse’s controversial legacy
✔️ How these events shaped PEI’s land ownership, governance, and social fabric
🎧 Listen now for a powerful journey into PEI’s past — a must-hear for history buffs, Islanders, and anyone curious about how land, power, and people collided in 1847.
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