An Act to empower the Governor, Lieutenant Governor or Commander in Chief for the Time being to prohibit the Exportation of Gunpowder, Arms and Ammunition or Salt Petre or carrying the same coastways.

  • Province
    Nova Scotia (1758-1825**)
  • Chapter
    15 George III – Chapter 4 (Session 1)
  • Year
    1775
  • Concepts
    Trade Regulation
    American Revolution
  • Jurisdictional Relevance
    Provincial/Provinciale
  • Number of Articles
    2
  • Description
    This act prohibits the transportation of gunpowder, arms, and salt petre except for the express use of the King's troops, or by special license issued by the Governor General, due to the war with the American colonies.
  • Source
    Not available