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LoC No.: 16021426
Title: The Fathers of Confederation: A Chronicle of the Birth of the Dominion
Note: Reading ease score: 50.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by Al Haines
Summary: "The Fathers of Confederation: A Chronicle of the Birth of the Dominion" by A. H. U. Colquhoun is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This detailed narrative explores the events leading to the formation of Canada as a united Dominion, emphasizing the challenges and discussions surrounding the confederation of British North American colonies. It focuses on key figures and pivotal moments in history that led to the establishment of a centralized government in Canada. The opening of the book introduces the context of Canadian Confederation, tracing the roots of the movement back to the aftermath of the American Revolution. It discusses the motivations and aspirations of prominent Loyalists like Lord Dorchester and William Smith, who advocated for a unified governmental structure to reinforce British interests in North America. The text highlights initial proposals for confederation and the ongoing discussions among key figures in the 19th century, illustrating the complexities and obstacles that arose before the successful unification of the provinces, setting a firm foundation for understanding the broader narrative of Canadian history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Colquhoun, A. H. U. (Arthur Hugh Urquhart), 1861-1936
EBook No.: 29972
Published: Sep 13, 2009
Downloads: 73
Language: English
Subject: Canada -- History -- 1841-1867
LoCC: North America local history: Canada
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 16021426
Title: The Fathers of Confederation: A Chronicle of the Birth of the Dominion
Note: Reading ease score: 50.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by Al Haines
Summary: "The Fathers of Confederation: A Chronicle of the Birth of the Dominion" by A. H. U. Colquhoun is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This detailed narrative explores the events leading to the formation of Canada as a united Dominion, emphasizing the challenges and discussions surrounding the confederation of British North American colonies. It focuses on key figures and pivotal moments in history that led to the establishment of a centralized government in Canada. The opening of the book introduces the context of Canadian Confederation, tracing the roots of the movement back to the aftermath of the American Revolution. It discusses the motivations and aspirations of prominent Loyalists like Lord Dorchester and William Smith, who advocated for a unified governmental structure to reinforce British interests in North America. The text highlights initial proposals for confederation and the ongoing discussions among key figures in the 19th century, illustrating the complexities and obstacles that arose before the successful unification of the provinces, setting a firm foundation for understanding the broader narrative of Canadian history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Colquhoun, A. H. U. (Arthur Hugh Urquhart), 1861-1936
EBook No.: 29972
Published: Sep 13, 2009
Downloads: 73
Language: English
Subject: Canada -- History -- 1841-1867
LoCC: North America local history: Canada
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.