Soldiers Barracks Flashcards
1
Q
When were the Soldiers Barracks built?
A
1826-1828
2
Q
How many soldiers were in each room of the Barracks?
A
20 (as opposed to 50-100 in many other barracks)
3
Q
How many soldiers per company could be married?
A
3-6 (so around 100 total)
4
Q
where would the children of the soldiers sleep?
A
under the bed
5
Q
Why did Fredericton switch from wooden bunk beds to iron singles?
A
termite issues (they were one of the first to switch)
6
Q
What were Fredericton’s 3 different times?
A
Local suntime, train time, and church time
7
Q
Is the sundial on the side of the barracks original?
A
No, it’s a recreation
