1837

Dear Reader,

This year there has been rebellions in Upper and Lower Canada, people are frustrated with the the reform of our politics, most people just want a responsible government. The Kingston newspaper today described me as "rapidly rising in [my] profession." I am quite happy that people notice my hard work but i must continue this hard work.

I worked alongside John Ashley at the local military jail. I am scared I have been to great of risks, but perhaps risks are what has gotten me this far. I agreed to defend Americans captured in the Battle of the Windmill. I was quite hesitant, several lawyers already turned down the job, but one morning i was awoken by a banging at my door. It was the brother-in-law of one of the Americans, and also a friend of mine, so i agreed to help. I did my best but it was not enough to save them from the gallows.

John A. Macdonald