The Forgotten Shipwreck of the Rob Roy – Part I

by CIMPN / RCPMI | Jul 27, 2026

In this article, the first of a three-part series, the authors recount the voyage of the Rob Roy from Belfast, the shipwreck at L’Islet, and the human tragedy that unfolded within sight of the Quebec shore.

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Categories: Historical Events

Tags: Article, English

Author: Katherine Diamond, Kelley O'Rourke

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