Canada has an amazing history. The Indigenous people, our inventions, the hardy settlers who came to our shores, the heroes and the villains, there is always a story to tell.
Join me on my journey through our history.
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Podcast episodes that look at the battles Canada fought in during the First World War
A look at every year from Canada's history, beginning with Confederation in 1867 and continuing on to 2020.
A look at the history of Canada at war, from the battles long before the country existed to those fought in the 20th Century.
The many posts I have written about Canada's history.
My interviews with historians and prominent Canadians
The episodes from the podcast going back to the very beginning.
Videos I have made on various history topics in Canada.
Videos I have made for my Shaw TV Show.
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Some years in Canadian history are quiet ones and 1888 is one such year. There were few big events, but some notable births and deaths. So...
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There were many important Indigenous leaders during the 19th century, across Canada, and today I am looking at one of the most important in...
After a tumultuous year in 1885 that saw rebellion, but also the completion of the transcontinental railway, things would slow down a bit...
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When the Cold War began, so too did the fear over nuclear war. With the fear of nuclear war, there grew a desire among both citizens and...
There are many important years in the history of Canada. Of course 1867 is a big one, but there was also other important years and 1885 is...
As Canada entered its 11th year and second decade of existence, many important events, births and deaths would occur. Today, we continue...