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William Charles Henry Wood, (1864-1947) was a Canadian historian, Scout leader and naturalist. He was born in Quebec City and served in the Royal Rifles of Canada from 1887 to the end of the World War One achieving the rank of Lieutenant-Colonel. He was active in literary and history circles and served as President of the Quebec Literary and Historical Society. He was interested in nature conservation and advocated for bird sanctuaries in Labrador. He was also president of the scouts in Quebec in 1909. He was a prolific chronicler of Canadian history and wrote several books on the subject,…mehr

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William Charles Henry Wood, (1864-1947) was a Canadian historian, Scout leader and naturalist. He was born in Quebec City and served in the Royal Rifles of Canada from 1887 to the end of the World War One achieving the rank of Lieutenant-Colonel. He was active in literary and history circles and served as President of the Quebec Literary and Historical Society. He was interested in nature conservation and advocated for bird sanctuaries in Labrador. He was also president of the scouts in Quebec in 1909. He was a prolific chronicler of Canadian history and wrote several books on the subject, most notably a five volume set on the history of Quebec entitled, The Storied Province of Quebec.
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William Charles Henry Wood was a Canadian historian, Scout leader, and naturalist, born on June 7, 1864, in Quebec City, Canada. He was well-known for his contributions to the understanding of Canadian history and his work as a writer. Wood's education included studies at Heidelberg University and Wellington College, which helped shape his scholarly pursuits. Throughout his life, he was passionate about both history and nature, dedicating much of his time to the exploration and documentation of Canada s past and natural environment. In addition to his historical work, Wood was actively involved in the Scout movement, where he held a leadership role. His contributions to Canadian historical literature, particularly his works on military history, were significant in the early 20th century. He passed away on September 2, 1947, in Quebec City, leaving behind a legacy as a prominent figure in Canadian historiography and a dedicated naturalist. His mother, Charlotte Feodore Louisa Augusta Gu rout, played an important role in his early life, contributing to his development as both a scholar and a naturalist.