Hi all, For all the history buffs out there, why did Canadians, in particular Quebecers, go south to join the Civil War conflict, a war that didn't directly concern them? Were they paid good wages? What were the economic conditions in the Eastern Townships at the time? >From the Waterville area alone 525 men joined up according to the following web page: http://members.mint.net/frenchcx/civwar.htm WHY would these men choose to fight in a war for another country? Are there references for further reading on Quebec Canadians in the Civil War? If so I would greatly appreciate them. One of my ancestors, James KERR of Compton County, was one of them. He joined Div D, 5th Maine Infantry. Thank you in advance for any assistance, Joan Miller Calgary, Alberta Canada luxe@techie.com - ------------------------------------------------- Get free personalized email at http://www.iname.com