descendents

Thu Jun 15 20:24:38 UTC 2006

I am pretty sure we have discussed this before, where 'descendents' is used in place of 'ancestors.' I found this on a site dedicated to the War of 1812.  It seems a bit embarrassing, as you're being told to contact the prime minister.  You'd think folks interested in history would get it right.
Fritz

Tell the Prime Minister Remembering
the War of 1812 is Important to Canadians
Just CLICK, SIGN, and SEND
A 200th Anniversary Initiative to honour
 the sacrifice of our Descendents.

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