S1.E2: Francis Pickmore’s Worst Winter. Ever.

HistorySeason 1

Feb. 26

Written By Robert Hiscock

Season 1, Episode 2

Time: 8:22

Francis Pickmore & The Winter of the Rals

Winter in Newfoundland can be truly, awful; it’s cold and wet and even in the 21st century it can be miserable. That said, the winter of 1818 set the standard for just how bad a Newfoundland winter can get. Disasters, homelessness and extreme weather set the stage for a winter so bad Newfoundland's governor, Francis Pickmore, wound up going back to England in a barrel of rum.

Images of Newfoundland Winter

DisasterSt. John's

Robert Hiscock

Robert grew up in a tiny Newfoundland community called Happy Adventure. These days he lives in Gander, NL and his happiest adventures are spent with his two Labrador retrievers exploring the island while listening to a soundtrack of local music.

When the dogs are napping Robert takes photos, writes about Newfoundland, and makes a podcast.

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