From the Catholic Encyclopedia.
"During the War of 1812, Alexander Macdonell's powerful influence was successfully used in rousing the martial spirit of his countrymen, and, indeed, the other inhabitants in defence of their adopted land.
"With the reorganized 'Glengarry Fencibles' he was present at several engagements against the American forces.
"His civil and military service was recognized by the British government in 1816 by an addition to his own government allowance, and by an annual grant of 100 pounds (money) each, to three clergymen and four school-masters."
--Brock-Perry
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