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Francis Island, also known as Hickory Island on some U.S. maps, is nestled within the picturesque Thousand Islands region along the Canada-U.S. border. This Canadian island is situated at a latitude of 44° 14′ 58″ N and a longitude of 76° 10′ 19″ W, within the bounds of Frontenac County in Ontario. Its location is marked by the unique historical significance as the site of a Patriot Army landing in 1837, a notable event during the Upper Canada Rebellion.

Partially depicted on various cartographic quadrants, Francis Island holds a dual identity, revealing its historical and geographical layers under different names. While Canadian references adhere to the name Francis Island, its alternate designation as Hickory Island is often found on American maps. This duality not only reflects its geographical placement straddling a major international boundary but also highlights its intriguing past and the varied perspectives from either side of the border.

Island or Feature Name
Francis (or Hickory) Island

Nationality
Canada

Centroid Lat/Long
44° 14′ 58″ N – 76° 10′ 19″ W

Two-Minute Box
44^16′ x 76^10′

Location and description
Partially shown on each quad; site of Patriot Army landing in 1837

Former, informal, or alternate names
“Hickory,” as shown on US maps

Municipality

County
Frontenac

Province / State
ONT

Ports?

Book refs

1000islands.co ID #
397

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