Author: William Thomas Rochester PRESTON
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Languages : en
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The Life and Times of Lord Strathcona
Author: William Thomas Rochester PRESTON
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The Life and Times of Lord Strathcona
Author: William Thomas Rochester Preston
Publisher: Legare Street Press
ISBN: 9781019406151
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Languages : en
Pages : 0
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This biography explores the fascinating life of Lord Strathcona, a Scottish businessman and philanthropist who played a significant role in the development of Canada. From his early years in Scotland, to his success in the fur trade and railway industry in Canada, this book offers a comprehensive look at Strathcona's life and legacy. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Publisher: Legare Street Press
ISBN: 9781019406151
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Languages : en
Pages : 0
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This biography explores the fascinating life of Lord Strathcona, a Scottish businessman and philanthropist who played a significant role in the development of Canada. From his early years in Scotland, to his success in the fur trade and railway industry in Canada, this book offers a comprehensive look at Strathcona's life and legacy. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Lord Strathcona
Author: Donna McDonald
Publisher: Dundurn
ISBN: 1459714954
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 618
Book Description
Donald Smith, known to most Canadians as Lord Strathcona, was an adventurer who made his fortune building railroads. He joined the Hudson's Bay Company at age eighteen and went on to build the first railway to open the Canadian Northwest to settlement. As his crowning achievement, he drove the last spike for the nation-building Canadian Pacific Railway. In 1896, Smith became Canada's High Commissioner in London and was soon elevated to the peerage. He became a generous benefactor to Canadian institutions. This eminently readable biography brings to light new information, including details about Strathcona's personal life and his scandalous marriage.
Publisher: Dundurn
ISBN: 1459714954
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 618
Book Description
Donald Smith, known to most Canadians as Lord Strathcona, was an adventurer who made his fortune building railroads. He joined the Hudson's Bay Company at age eighteen and went on to build the first railway to open the Canadian Northwest to settlement. As his crowning achievement, he drove the last spike for the nation-building Canadian Pacific Railway. In 1896, Smith became Canada's High Commissioner in London and was soon elevated to the peerage. He became a generous benefactor to Canadian institutions. This eminently readable biography brings to light new information, including details about Strathcona's personal life and his scandalous marriage.
Biography of Lord Strathcona and Mount Royal
Author: James William Pedley
Publisher: Toronto, Nichols
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Category : Canada History 19th century
Languages : en
Pages : 216
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Publisher: Toronto, Nichols
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Category : Canada History 19th century
Languages : en
Pages : 216
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The Expository Times
Author: James Hastings
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Category : Bible
Languages : en
Pages : 584
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Category : Bible
Languages : en
Pages : 584
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The Expository Times
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Languages : en
Pages : 588
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Pages : 588
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Lord Strathcona: A Biography Of Donald Alexander Smith
Author: Donna McDonald
Publisher: Dundurn
ISBN: 9781550022667
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 638
Book Description
Lord Strathcona: A Biography of Donald Alexander Smith chronicles the life of the man who drove the last spike for the Canadian Pacific Railway. The first biography of Smith since 1915, Lord Strathcona was compiled with archives from England, Scotland, the U.S. and Canada and brings new information to light about Smith, who joined the Hudson's Bay Company when he was just 18.
Publisher: Dundurn
ISBN: 9781550022667
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 638
Book Description
Lord Strathcona: A Biography of Donald Alexander Smith chronicles the life of the man who drove the last spike for the Canadian Pacific Railway. The first biography of Smith since 1915, Lord Strathcona was compiled with archives from England, Scotland, the U.S. and Canada and brings new information to light about Smith, who joined the Hudson's Bay Company when he was just 18.
The Dictionary of Canadian Biography
Author: William Stewart Wallace
Publisher: Macmillan
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Category : Canada
Languages : en
Pages : 452
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Publisher: Macmillan
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Category : Canada
Languages : en
Pages : 452
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The Athenaeum
Author: James Silk Buckingham
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Languages : en
Pages : 604
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Languages : en
Pages : 604
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Dictionary of Manitoba Biography
Author: J.M. Bumsted
Publisher: Univ. of Manitoba Press
ISBN: 0887552641
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 735
Book Description
Manitoba has been at the crossroads of many of the important debates and events in Canadian history. From the early fur trade to the Riel Rebellion to the Winnipeg General Strike, Manitobans have frequently played crucial roles in Canadian and sometimes world history. Until now, there has been no comprehensive, contemporary source for information on the many Manitobans who have left their mark on history and society. Dictionary of Manitoba Biography fills this gap, with biographical sketches of over 1700 Manitobans who have made an impact in politics, the arts, sports, commerce, agriculture, and society. It is an invaluable resource for scholars, students, and general readers interested in Canadian history. Particular emphasis has been placed on reflecting Manitoba's ethnic and social diversity, and on including men and women who were notable in their own day but have now been forgotten. Many entries also refer the reader to additional references for further reading. More than a reference book, Dictionary of Manitoba Biography is also a fascinating work of history in its own right, which presents the full and colourful scope of over 300 years of people in Manitoba history and social life, from premiers and mayors to nightclub owners and sports heroes.
Publisher: Univ. of Manitoba Press
ISBN: 0887552641
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 735
Book Description
Manitoba has been at the crossroads of many of the important debates and events in Canadian history. From the early fur trade to the Riel Rebellion to the Winnipeg General Strike, Manitobans have frequently played crucial roles in Canadian and sometimes world history. Until now, there has been no comprehensive, contemporary source for information on the many Manitobans who have left their mark on history and society. Dictionary of Manitoba Biography fills this gap, with biographical sketches of over 1700 Manitobans who have made an impact in politics, the arts, sports, commerce, agriculture, and society. It is an invaluable resource for scholars, students, and general readers interested in Canadian history. Particular emphasis has been placed on reflecting Manitoba's ethnic and social diversity, and on including men and women who were notable in their own day but have now been forgotten. Many entries also refer the reader to additional references for further reading. More than a reference book, Dictionary of Manitoba Biography is also a fascinating work of history in its own right, which presents the full and colourful scope of over 300 years of people in Manitoba history and social life, from premiers and mayors to nightclub owners and sports heroes.