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October 20, 2023
The Battle of Quebec
The Battle of Quebec was a pivotal battle in the French and Indian War, fought between British and French forces in 1759. The British victory led to the end of French control in Canada and marked a turning point in the war.
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October 19, 2023
Jacques Cartier
Jacques Cartier was a French explorer who is best known for his voyages to North America, where he claimed Canada for France. He is considered one of the most important explorers in Canadian history.
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September 15, 2023
Great Acadian Expulsion
The Great Acadian Expulsion refers to the forced deportation of the Acadian people by the British during the French and Indian War. This event resulted in the displacement and suffering of thousands of Acadians, who were forcibly removed from their homes in Nova Scotia.
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September 14, 2023
Hudson’s Bay Company
The Hudson’s Bay Company is a Canadian retail business that was established in 1670. It is one of the oldest companies in North America and is known for its department stores and iconic striped blankets.
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September 8, 2023
The Klondike Gold Rush
The Klondike Gold Rush was a migration of thousands of people to the Klondike region of Yukon, Canada in search of gold in the late 19th century. It was one of the largest and most famous gold rushes in history.
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September 7, 2023
Samuel de Champlain
Samuel de Champlain was a French explorer and cartographer who is known as the “Father of New France” for establishing the first permanent French settlement in North America. He played a crucial role in the early exploration and colonization of Canada.
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August 21, 2023
John Cabot
John Cabot was an Italian explorer who sailed for England in the late 15th century. He is known for his voyages to North America, including Newfoundland and Labrador, and for his role in establishing English claims to the New World.
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