| When the French, Scotch and English traders and pioneers first braved the dangers of the unknown West, they naturally took to themselves, companions from the various Indian tribes with whom they lived. The 'half-breed' is the product of these unions. To meet a being with a strong Indian cast, speaking Indian dialects and French patois, and at the same time calling himself Rory MacDonald, Johnny Smith or Jacques Guerin, is startling. It you do meet such a one you have encountered half-breed. |
