On my tour of Fort Beauséjour in July, I quickly snapped a picture of this bell on my way through the museum. I hadn't realize its significance until after a little research tonight...
"Once located in the belfry of Notre Dame d’Assumption Church in Beaubassin, the bell dates from 1734. Made of solid bronze and weighing approximately 300 pounds, it was cast at the naval foundry in Rochefort, France. In 1770 Beaubassin was destroyed; however, the bell was rescued and may be seen today in the museum at Fort Beauséjour."
* From the Sackville Tribune article: Chronicling the rise and fall of Beaubassin
I am often surprised by the things I discover as a result of my photography (and with the aid of the Internet). I'm sure there was a description, in the museum, detailing the history of the bell but I often find myself being distracted by "settings and options overload" on my camera. I'm spending more time trying to figure out the camera than I am actually taking photos and enjoying the surroundings. I'm hoping this is something that will go away as I become more comfortable with the camera. If not, I'll have to make a conscious effort in the future.
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