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The English government has
been remarkably liberal to its Catholic subjects in Canada, permitting
them to wear their own fetters, both political and religious, as far
as was possible for subjects.

Word:

colonial

Question:

What does it mean for the English government to be liberal to its Catholic subjects in Canada, allowing them to wear their own political and religious fetters?

Answer (optional):

For the English government to be liberal to its Catholic subjects in Canada, allowing them to wear their own political and religious fetters, means that the government has been notably lenient and accommodating towards the French Canadian population on matters related to their religious and political beliefs. This approach allows the French Canadians to maintain their unique cultural identity without imposing significant restrictions or pressure from the English government.