The Travels of John Cook Sr. United Empire Loyalist
by Lori Cook

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The Travels of John Cook Sr. – United Empire Loyalist is a journey travelled by John Cook Sr. U.E.L. as interpreted by Lori Cook. During the 1750 to 1800 period, sweeping changes transformed both the public social lives and private family lives. There were clear class distinctions that were prevalent in the realms of both home life, outward social life, and education. New developments in recreation, commercialization, and industrialization also led to a transformation in both entertainment and occupations available. Additionally, new fashion trends came onto the scene. This story explores the journey across seas during this robust time. There was a clear gap between the wealthy and the poor, which made itself visible in almost all aspects of life, but there were certain areas where class was unimportant. During this journey all these aspects will be explored as we follow the Cook family migration to North America and eventually settle in Ontario, Canada.

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After researching the ancestry over a few years, I concluded that visiting the area where the Loyalists began to build Ontario would add to my knowledge. Visiting Michael Cook’s Tavern in Upper Canada Village began to bring my information to life. Michael Carman’s Museum in Iroquois, Ontario was also another excellent example of early development. The stone masonry work brought my thoughts back to my great grandfather, James Albert Cook. I also drove Hwy 2 along the St Lawrence River from Montreal to Brockville, Ontario. This enabled me to envision the raw land and the amount of work done by those early settlers. The beauty of the land and the small towns that grew. Visiting this area was a memorable highlight in my life.

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Lori Cook

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