""A Short History of Annapolis Royal"" is a book written by W. M. MacVicar that provides a comprehensive account of the town of Annapolis Royal, which was once known as Port Royal during the French colonial period. The book covers the town's history from its establishment in 1604 by French explorers to the withdrawal of British troops in 1854. It includes details about the town's early settlement, the conflicts between the French and the British, the struggles of the Acadian people, and the town's role in the American Revolution. The book also provides insight into the town's cultural and economic development, including its importance as a trading center and its contributions to the shipbuilding industry. Overall, ""A Short History of Annapolis Royal"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of this important Canadian town.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.