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Chapter 15
Fathers of Confederation
www.collectionscanada.ca/confederation/
023001-2300-e.html
This site provides a collection of biographies for many of the people involved in the creation and building of Canada.
Sir John A. Macdonald
www.canadahistory.com/sections/politics/PRIMEMINISTERS/
John_A_Macdonald.htm/
This site offers photos of Macdonald and his family, as well as a comprehensive account of his life and career.
Louis Riel
www.collectionscanada.ca/2/6/h6-237-e.html
The dichotomies of Riel's personality and character are explored at this site, in addition to his historical significance as a rebel leader.
As well as biographical and political information, his contemporary and posthumous influences are examined thematically.
Alexander Mackenzie
www.collectionscanada.ca/primeministers/h4-3050-e.html
This site contains a list of quick facts, biographical and bibliographical information, anecdotes, and speeches relating to Alexander Mackenzie.
Canadian Pacific Railway
www.cprheritage.com
The site of the CPR Archives includes an image gallery with a selection of photos and graphic art covering the history of Canada and the railway,
including communities, railroad construction, trains, locomotives, ships, war, people, tourism, and settlement.
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