Listen "Duke William (12/13)"
Episode Synopsis
What happens when a people are torn from their homeland and thrust into the chaos of exile? In this episode, we recount the tragic voyage of the Duke William, a deportation ship that sank on December 13, 1758, with over 360 Acadians aboard.
Through vivid storytelling, we delve into the larger context of the Expulsion of the Acadians, the fateful final days at sea, and the remarkable selflessness of Noel Doiron, whose legacy endures as a testament to human dignity.
Don’t miss this moving exploration of a chapter in history that continues to resonate today.
Through vivid storytelling, we delve into the larger context of the Expulsion of the Acadians, the fateful final days at sea, and the remarkable selflessness of Noel Doiron, whose legacy endures as a testament to human dignity.
Don’t miss this moving exploration of a chapter in history that continues to resonate today.
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