Cape Breton Decorative Plate

decorative plate celebrating Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia, Canada, featuring various landmarks and figures associated with the region: Cape Breton Map: The central feature is a map of Cape Breton Island, with the Gaelic greeting "Ciad Mile Failte" (a hundred thousand welcomes). Angus McAskill: Depicted is Angus McAskill, known as the "Cape Breton Giant," a historical figure born in Scotland in 1825 and who died in Englishtown, NS in 1863. He was recorded as the tallest non-pathological giant, reaching 7'9" (236 cm). Highland Dancer: The plate also features a Highland dancer, reflecting Cape Breton's strong Scottish heritage. Landmarks: The plate highlights significant locations like the Alexander Graham Bell Museum in Baddeck, the Baddeck Causeway, Keltic Lodge in Ingonish, and the ruins of Louisbourg, captured by the English in 1758.