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Portraits of British Americans is a comprehensive three-volume collection that immerses readers in the rich tapestry of Canadian history through vivid photographic portraits and insightful biographical sketches. Authored by Fennings Taylor, this anthology pays homage to the famous individuals who have played pivotal roles in shaping the Canadian narrative. Delving into the lives of these notable figures, the book provides a captivating exploration of their contributions, achievements, and the indelible mark they left on the fabric of Canadian society. From political leaders to cultural icons,…mehr

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Portraits of British Americans is a comprehensive three-volume collection that immerses readers in the rich tapestry of Canadian history through vivid photographic portraits and insightful biographical sketches. Authored by Fennings Taylor, this anthology pays homage to the famous individuals who have played pivotal roles in shaping the Canadian narrative. Delving into the lives of these notable figures, the book provides a captivating exploration of their contributions, achievements, and the indelible mark they left on the fabric of Canadian society. From political leaders to cultural icons, each portrait is a window into the diverse and dynamic history of British Americans in Canada, making this collection an invaluable resource for those seeking a deeper understanding of the nation's heritage. Table of Contents: Volume 1 His Excellency Viscount Monck The Most Reverend Francis Fulford Honorable John A. Macdonald Honorable S. L. Tilley Honorable Sir Louis H. Lafontaine His Excellency Sir William Fenwick Williams Colonel The Honorable Sir Etienne Pascal Tache Reverend Alexander Mathieson Honorable John Sandfield Macdonald Honorable George Moffatt Honorable George Etienne Cartier J. William Dawson Honorable James Ferrier The Right Reverend Jean Jacques Lartigue Honorable William Morris His Excellency Sir Richard Graves Macdonnell Honorable Edward Bowen Honorable Antoine Aime Dorion Honorable Alexander Campbell Reverend William Leitch James Hodges Honorable Joseph Howe Honorable Rene Edouard Caron Lt. Colonel Irvine Honorable Thomas Talbot Charles John Brydges Right Reverend John Thomas Mullock Honorable Isaac Buchanan Honorable Joseph Cauchon Samuel Wentworth Monk Volume 2: Honorable Thomas D'Arcy McGee Honorable Sir Narcisse Fortunat Belleau Lieutenant-Colonel Rhodes Very Reverend John Bethune Honorable Adam Fergusson His Excellency Lieutenant-General Sir John Michel Honorable Alexander Tilloch Galt Reverend Henry Wilkes Colonel, The Honorable John Hamilton Gray Lieutenant-Colonel Joseph Bouchette…
Autorenporträt
Fennings Taylor (1817-1882) was Canadian author and editor, best known for his collaboration with photographer William Notman on their work Portraits of British Americans to which Notman provided photographs of notable people, while Taylor wrote their biographies.