Diary Entry: 19

March 22, 1815
Dear Diary,
After the war, the British colonies decided that the people who helped the Americans during the war should be punished.This month, an 'Alien Act' (Alien as in foreigners) was passed by Upper Canada's Legislative Assembly. It applied to those who had strong relationships and supported the Americans. They made it illegal to pass the borders of United States after the war began in July 1812. Although it seems unfair, because they didn't know at the time...

Treason
Treason is a serious crime against the government. The people who were found guilty has their property taken away and were sentenced to death, but luckily, there were only fifteen people guilty of this crime. Seven people were deported, and eight were hung... wasn't pretty... And yet, I had to be there to publish the scene on the newspaper. Oh right, haven't I mentioned? I was hired to write an article on the war. Apparently Brock told some people about the amazing stories I had in there, and it was spread around a colony. Although I don't understand why they were so amazing, they actually happened.

Love,
Kristen Taylor

Diary Entry: 18

July 27, 1814
Dear Diary,
Britain finished fighting with Napoleon. You might be wondering why I stated that fact, but I was just getting to that. So... since Britain finished fighting with Napoleon, they were able to send reinforcements. The Americans were terrified. But Britain never sent any. Also, Britain stopped the impressment of the American soldiers and ended the blockade in Europe. So there was no reason for the Americans to start a war again. So... WOOHOO!! The war ended. But at least it didn't take 7 years long, like the other one.

December 24, 1814
The Treaty of Ghent

The ending of the War of 1812 was official by the signing of the Treaty of Ghent in Belgium. (I don't know why it was in Belgium; they had nothing to do with this war.)
Although the odd part was that they didn't mention anything about impressements or blockades, even though that was the main reasons why America attacked us.
The boundaries of United States and Canada were back to normal, and it seemed like a this war never happened. (Besides the burnt houses and destroyed farm lands.)
I guess there are happy endings. (There always are.)

Love,

Kristen Taylor

Diary Entry: 17

July 24, 1814
Dear Diary,
Another war started. It's so disturbing and bloody; I think it's the deadliest battle on Canadian soil... When will it ever end?! I mean, it's been... Oh, 10 minutes. But it seems like a long time if you are watching a bunch of men shooting each other. It's very repetitive. But to speed time up, I'm going to time how long the battle lasts; just for curiosity.

*5 hours later*

Finally the war ended. It's been about time. I was concerned it would never end. Although it was really confusing to me. Nobody won, well, at least from my point of view. 

They mostly fought in darkness (at night) with Niagra Falls thundering in the background. It was outrageous! British soldiers would fire at their own men. But also, the Americans would bayonet their own forests in the dark forest.

July 25, 1814 

Dear Diary,

The Americans withdrew from the battle, and built Fort Erie. The British prepared for the next battle, but the Americans never came. Finally, both sides claimed victory, but clearly, nobody won this battle.

That's it for today

Love,

Kristen Taylor

Diary Entry: 16

October 16, 1812
Dear Diary,
Another war started when the American's planned to invade Montreal.
Although I think the Americans were having trouble keeping their eyes open or something. Some of them shot their men, killing them. But don't worry, there's more. They miscalculated the size of Britain's army; they thought they were out numbered, but the real story was: Britain was outnumbered! America was about...eight times bigger. But being overestimated, they retreated. This battle wasn't very important, but it made it into my diary because I actually saw happiness between the French and English. Gasp. I never thought this day would come. I guess the only way that they could bond, is if they are on a team together during a critical situation.

I received a letter from a somebody named... Cathe Lyons. I didn't exactly want to send it to them right away; there was so much to see. I wanted to investigate the battle, I have so much to learn. Although I forgot if he gave this to me during the previous battle (Battle of Put-in-Bay - I did not tell you about this one) or this battle. But here's the letter anyways.

We are all alarmed here, the Americans are the other side of Chippawa creak... Appearances are very much against us here, if the fleet does not come, there is not a man to defend this place should the enemy attempt to cross at the same time they make an attack above.... I cannot get even a place to put my things in near the Forts every one is so full, if the enemy is successful, I shall lose everything.

Talk about run on sentences! As much as I want to add punctuation and change some of the words for understanding, I won't. It's his letter, I'm not going to change it. Wow, look at me, correcting people's grammar. Well, I have to go find a new hiding spot; usually after five minutes I have to alternate because I don't want to take the risk of getting killed. Well, bye.

Love,

Kristen Taylor

Diary Entry:15

 Dear Diary,
Ok, I have no idea how some random war dude ended up with my diary, but from the diary entry he wrote, it explains a lot. I lost my diary on the road when I was riding my horse to somebody's house, but it must have fallen out somehow. I came back to look if it was there, but of course, it wasn't. I think the moral of the two sentences I wrote is: DON'T PICK UP LOST THINGS ON THE GROUND AND STILL KEEP IT EVEN THOUGH YOU KNOW WHO IT BELONGS TO WHEN HER NAME IS ON THE FRONT PAGE IN BIG LETTERS! Sorry, I usually use run on sentences when I get angry.
Anyways, I found out he got his hands on it when I saw him writing in it during one of the wars, but he was generous enough to give it back.
But today was the most tragic day; THAYENDANEGEA DIED!!!!! But also, his friend died too, his name was... Oh yes, Tecumseh. My best friend (and his friend) passed away!! Well, the reason Tecumseh died was because.. you know that guy Brock was talking about? It was... Oh yes, that Henry fellow. Yes, he was being stubborn at the time, and abandoned Tecumseh and his troops, so... ya, I think you're catching on... He died. Although I wasn't really sure how he did; his sons sent me a letter I think the month after or something about the news. I mean, couldn't they keep me updated sooner?! Ohh... I better go find a new one... Well, Brock and I have been getting along... Well, I better go make it official...

October 31, 1812
Isaac woke up at 4 o'clock today because he heard gun shots. I was about to explain to him that it was just his alarm clock, but he said that he 'had other problems,' so he had no time to 'chit chat.' I mean, crazy right?! Anyways, he gathered a few men and led them up Queenston Heights. Coincidentally, there were Americans there. Anyways, on the way up the hill, he got shot in the chest and died. It was so emotional; I cried, like, forever! Almost a minute or something. But despite the fact that he stole my diary, he still have it back and we became best friends. WHY DOES EVERY THING ALWAYS HAPPEN TO ME?! I mean, first Thayendanegea, and now Brock?
Anyways, Brock's troops withdrew from the battle to wait for reinforcements.
Finally around mid-afternoon, reinforcements came. The British were led by Sheaffe and Haudenosaunee led by my friend, Thayendanegea's youngest son, Ahchooah...Ahyou...Ah... Hold on, I'll be right back. OK, Ahyouwaighs. But he told me to call him 'John Brant,' but...it's not catching on. Oh yes, and Thayendanegea's English name is Joseph. But like again, IT'S NOT CATCHING ON!
Well, I'm getting way off topic right now, back to the battle; somehow, Sheaffe and Ahyou and their other forces invaded America so they withdrew. WOOHOO! But that was just the first battle. I have a feeling there are many more to come. There are always many more to come, trust me.
Well, that's it for now.

Love,

Kristen Taylor

Diary Entry: 14

June 17, 1812

Dear Lost Diary That Was Found By Me,

Hi, I’m Isaac Brock. But you can call me Brock. Oh wait, you can’t call me anything because you are a diary… But let’s not ruin the moment. But before I go on, and on about my life’s story, let me introduce myself.

I’m a successful man, a major general, and also the administrator of Upper Canada… That’s it… But for now! (Dun dun dun) I was born in 1769, in the Channel Islands of England. And I came here, to Canada in 1802. My most important part of my job was to improve the colony’s ability to defend itself; but mostly against United States. They are vicious…VICIOUS I TELL YOU!!! Although, I’ve been waiting for ten years, yet nothing has happened. In other words, I hate my job.

Let me tell you the story of how and where I found you…

*Flash Back*

I was walking down the street, until I found this leather – covered, brass cornered booklet, and I was just dying to see what words laid in it. I looked around, trying to find the owner of this beaten up book. Seeing that nobody claimed it, I opened it up; I thought maybe somebody wrote their name on the front page. When I flipped through the pages, there were billions of handwritten words that looked exactly like mine… Could this possibly be my book…? I looked back at the pages, and noticed that it was a diary that belonged to… Kristen Taylor. Well that’s a bummer; I was hoping it would be mine… Without myself knowing… It would have been so epic. But I guess since this is not mine, I have to return it to its rightful owner… But what’s the fun in that? I had to write in it…

*Flash Back Ends*

Ya, that’s it…

But let’s get to the real news: I HAVE A FEELING THE AMERICANS ARE GOING TO INVADE CANADA!!!! The problem is; we won’t have enough reinforcements because British are already at war with Napoleon in Europe. But to make matters worse, I’m not even sure how many people are willing to fight for Canada! Maybe two people… but that’s not enough! At times like this – when I’m stressed out – I usually go do some yoga. So that’s it for today…

June 18, 1812

HOLY SMOKES has it been a bloody day! It’s chaos. Gun shots and screams surrounding the air, the aroma of smoke coming from here and there. Blood stains… Whoa, I’m going a little too far there. Although, it was outrageous though! Out of nowhere, the Americans come and attack us. It was unexpected, unpredictable, unannounced, it was… AWESOME!!!!!! At least an event occurred. Those other days just go on, and on. Day after day. Well I better go now. We are still in the middle of the war. What kind of general am I, hiding in a corner, writing in a diary that was found on the floor?

August 11, 1812

Ahh… Tecumseh, a more wise or brave warrior does not, I believe, exist. He was the admiration of everyone who spoke to him.

 I have joined forces with him so we could plan an attack on the American fort. It’s going to be so exciting…YIPEE!!

What the best part of this sneak attack was, was when the First Nations yelled their battle cry, and General Hull surrendered immediately, even though he had more men than us. Ha ha, chickens… I’m sorry, that was the wrong thing to say… Let me rephrase that… What unrealistic warriors.

August 12, 1812

Wow, not only did that early victory build confidence in the people in Upper Canada, but it also improved my reputation; a strong military leader. But the new arrival, General Henry Proctor, built hate in my eyes. He was a stubborn man, and he still is. I know he will ruin our chance of winning this war; I'm feeling a vibe from him... Grr...

Love,

Isaac Brock

Diary Entry: 13

Dear Diary,
Napoleon, Napoleon. I'm here to ask a question. Who is he?! I mean, I heard that he's some short French war dude, and wears this funny hat so that he could look taller, but why is everybody talking about him?! Is it really that important?

Dear Diary,
Well, I have to deliver this letter from the  Britain, but of course, like always, I read it:
Dear George,
I am really concerned about France. I'm suspecting them to attack us in  few seconds by now. I think it's Napoleon who is leading the troops to attack Britain. So we need a strong army to be able to protect us. However, our ships are in bad condition, so some of our soldiers deserted us and joined the American merchant navy, where there ships are in better condition. It was sooo bad, that we had to stop the American ship, and look for the deserters. But I could tell by the look on their faces, the Americans weren't so happy about that...

Sincerely,

Roberto

Woww...He answered my question completely...I can't believe there is so much anger in that little man.... Well, I'll try to give you as much information as I can on...well, everything. I just have a feeling another war is going to happen. At times like this, there's always a war. 

Love,

Kristen Taylor