Re: 'The myths of Caledonia' (Opinion, Feb. 24)
While it is asserted there is no legal basis to the Six Nations land claim, more than a one-sided version of history is needed.
The writer concedes that "Haldimand had been directed by British officials to give lands to the Six Nations to occupy, as they had been promised this in return for their participation with Britain in the war against America." When they promised this, did they say it will only be at our pleasure, and we stipulate that we will be able to take this land away at any time? The Six Nations have held up their share of the bargain.
I agree with the writer when he states that, "A full understanding of law and especially of history is required in order to arrive at a just resolution to native land disputes." Unless he thinks that he is blessed with perfect enlightenment in these matters, this should be decided by the courts, or through legitimate negotiations, and not by any one person's opinions, particularly not one whose biases are so obvious.