Waldeck, Nova Scotia Explained

Waldeck is a Canadian dispersed rural community located in Annapolis County, Nova Scotia.[1] Nearby are the communities of Waldeck East and Waldeck West.[2] [3]

It was settled after the American Revolution by disbanded German troops (Hessians) from the Principality of Waldeck who had fought on the British side during the war.[4]

References

  1. CBNHM. Waldeck. 10 February 2018.
  2. CBNHN. Waldeck East. 10 February 2018.
  3. CBNHP. Waldeck West. 10 February 2018.
  4. Book: Hamilton. William B.. Place names of Atlantic Canada. 1996. University of Toronto Press. Toronto. 9780802075703. 13 February 2018.

44.628°N -65.633°W

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