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"Exploring the Rich Heritage of Canada: A Glimpse into the Late 19th Century" Step back in time to the late 1880s, where history unfolds before your eyes

Background imageCanada Canadian Collection: Photograph of Lieutenant-General Eedson Louis Millard Tommy Burns (1897-1985)

Photograph of Lieutenant-General Eedson Louis Millard Tommy Burns (1897-1985)
UIG5325295 Photograph of Lieutenant-General Eedson Louis Millard Tommy Burns (1897-1985) a senior officer of the Canadian Army and diplomat. Dated 20th Century; UIG

Background imageCanada Canadian Collection: A view of the taking of Quebeck by the English forces commanded by General Wolfe, Sept. 13, 1759

A view of the taking of Quebeck by the English forces commanded by General Wolfe, Sept. 13, 1759
AIS5390398 A view of the taking of Quebeck by the English forces commanded by General Wolfe, Sept. 13, 1759; Royal Ontario Museum, Toronto, Canada

Background imageCanada Canadian Collection: c. 1880s Victoria Bridge St Lawrence river, Montreal Canada

c. 1880s Victoria Bridge St Lawrence river, Montreal Canada
c. 1880s vintage photograph - North America - the Victoria Bridge over the St Lawrence river, near Montreal Canada

Background imageCanada Canadian Collection: Niagara Falls par Aivazovsky, Ivan Konstantinovich (1817-1900), 1893 - Oil on canvas, 126x164 - I

Niagara Falls par Aivazovsky, Ivan Konstantinovich (1817-1900), 1893 - Oil on canvas, 126x164 - I
FIA5404050 Niagara Falls par Aivazovsky, Ivan Konstantinovich (1817-1900), 1893 - Oil on canvas, 126x164 - I. Ayvasovsky National Art Gallery, Feodosiya by Aivazovsky

Background imageCanada Canadian Collection: c. 1880s - Portland Columbia river, Oregon, USA

c. 1880s - Portland Columbia river, Oregon, USA
c. 1880s vintage photograph - North America - Portland on the Columbia river, Washington territory, Oregon, USA

Background imageCanada Canadian Collection: c. 1880s bark canoe on a lake, NW USA or BC, Canada

c. 1880s bark canoe on a lake, NW USA or BC, Canada
c. 1880s vintage photograph - North America - bark canoe on a lake, NW territories of the USA or British Columbia, Canada

Background imageCanada Canadian Collection: c. 1880s dugout canoe, Canada lake

c. 1880s dugout canoe, Canada lake
c. 1880s vintage photograph - North America - dugout canoe, Canada lake

Background imageCanada Canadian Collection: c. 1880s Columbia river, Washington territory, Oregon, USA

c. 1880s Columbia river, Washington territory, Oregon, USA
c. 1880s vintage photograph - North America - on the Columbia river, Washington territory, Oregon, USA

Background imageCanada Canadian Collection: c. 1880s - Douglas Street, Victoria, Vancouver, British Columbia

c. 1880s - Douglas Street, Victoria, Vancouver, British Columbia
c. 1880s vintage photograph - North America - Douglas Street, Victoria, Vancouver, British Columbia

Background imageCanada Canadian Collection: c. 1880s harbour and city of Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

c. 1880s harbour and city of Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
c. 1880s vintage photograph - North America - harbour and city of Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

Background imageCanada Canadian Collection: c. 1880s - Victoria Island, British Columbia, Canada

c. 1880s - Victoria Island, British Columbia, Canada
c. 1880s vintage photograph - North America - Victoria Island, British Columbia, Canada

Background imageCanada Canadian Collection: c. 1880s - boat at Bella Bella, British Columbia, Canada

c. 1880s - boat at Bella Bella, British Columbia, Canada
c. 1880s vintage photograph - North America - boat at Bella Bella, British Columbia, Canada

Background imageCanada Canadian Collection: c. 1890s paddle steamers, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

c. 1890s paddle steamers, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
c. 1890s vintage photograph - North America - paddle steamers, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

Background imageCanada Canadian Collection: c. 1880s - Beacon Hill Park, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

c. 1880s - Beacon Hill Park, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
c. 1880s vintage photograph - North America - Beacon Hill Park, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

Background imageCanada Canadian Collection: c. 1880s - dockyard Esquimalt, British Columbia, Canada

c. 1880s - dockyard Esquimalt, British Columbia, Canada
c. 1880s vintage photograph - North America - dockyard Esquimalt, British Columbia, Canada

Background imageCanada Canadian Collection: c. 1880s Cole Island, Magazine Island, Esquimalt, BC Canada

c. 1880s Cole Island, Magazine Island, Esquimalt, BC Canada
c. 1880s vintage photograph - North America - Cole Island, previously Magazine Island, Esquimalt, British Columbia, Canada

Background imageCanada Canadian Collection: c. 1880s Inverness fish cannery, Keena River, BC Canada

c. 1880s Inverness fish cannery, Keena River, BC Canada
c. 1880s vintage photograph - North America - Inverness fish cannery, Keena River, British Columbia, Canada

Background imageCanada Canadian Collection: c. 1880s native American, First Nation, Alert Bay, BC Canada

c. 1880s native American, First Nation, Alert Bay, BC Canada
c. 1880s vintage photograph - North America - indigenous village, native American, First Nation, Alert Bay, British Columbia, Canada

Background imageCanada Canadian Collection: c. 1880s North America Bella Bella, British Columbia, Canada

c. 1880s North America Bella Bella, British Columbia, Canada
c. 1880s vintage photograph - North America - Bella Bella, British Columbia, Canada

Background imageCanada Canadian Collection: c. 1880s North totem pole, probably Metlakatla, BC Canada

c. 1880s North totem pole, probably Metlakatla, BC Canada
c. 1880s vintage photograph - North America - totem pole, probably close to Metlakatla, British Columbia, Canada

Background imageCanada Canadian Collection: c. 1880s North America Metlakatla, British Columbia, Canada

c. 1880s North America Metlakatla, British Columbia, Canada
c. 1880s vintage photograph - North America - Metlakatla, British Columbia, Canada

Background imageCanada Canadian Collection: Ttotem poles, Alert Bay Cormorant Island, BC Canada

Ttotem poles, Alert Bay Cormorant Island, BC Canada
c. 1880s vintage photograph - North America - totem poles, Alert Bay on Cormorant Island, in the Regional District of Mount Waddington, British Columbia, Canada

Background imageCanada Canadian Collection: Village Alert Bay Cormorant Island, British Columbia, Canada

Village Alert Bay Cormorant Island, British Columbia, Canada
c. 1880s vintage photograph - North America - village Alert Bay on Cormorant Island, in the Regional District of Mount Waddington, British Columbia, Canada

Background imageCanada Canadian Collection: Niagara Falls, Canada USA border, from the American side

Niagara Falls, Canada USA border, from the American side
c. 1880s vintage photograph - North America - c. Niagara Falls, Canada USA border, from the American side

Background imageCanada Canadian Collection: North America - Niagara Falls from Canada, Canadian side

North America - Niagara Falls from Canada, Canadian side
c. 1880s vintage photograph - North America - Niagara Falls from Canada, Canadian side



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"Exploring the Rich Heritage of Canada: A Glimpse into the Late 19th Century" Step back in time to the late 1880s, where history unfolds before your eyes. The iconic Victoria Bridge stands tall over the majestic St. Lawrence River, a symbol of progress and connection in Montreal, Canada. Meanwhile, Niagara Falls captivates with its breathtaking beauty as captured by Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky's masterful brushstrokes. Traveling westward, we find ourselves on the banks of Portland Columbia River in Oregon, USA - a testament to nature's grandeur that transcends borders. In this era, both sides of North America shared commonalities like bark canoes gracefully gliding across serene lakes; whether it be in NW USA or BC, Canada. Witnessing local craftsmanship at its finest is an unforgettable experience as we encounter a dugout canoe on a Canadian lake - evidence of indigenous ingenuity passed down through generations. Further along the Columbia River lies Washington Territory's untamed wilderness that beckons adventurers from all corners. Returning to British Columbia's vibrant capital city of Victoria takes us back to bustling streets filled with life and energy during the 1880s. Douglas Street showcases Victorian-era architecture while harborside views reveal glimpses into daily life amidst stunning coastal scenery. Venturing beyond city limits leads us to Victoria Island - an oasis teeming with natural wonders waiting to be explored. Bella Bella offers tranquility as boats gently sway against picturesque landscapes that have remained virtually untouched for centuries. The late 1890s bring paddle steamers onto Victoria's waters – marvels of engineering that revolutionized transportation and connected communities across vast distances within British Columbia. Finally, Beacon Hill Park provides respite from urban bustle; its lush greenery invites visitors to unwind amidst carefully manicured gardens and peaceful pathways – an idyllic escape within bustling Victoria.