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Jacques Cartier and Charlesbourg-Royal
In: Historical Biographies (general)
Modern archeologists find a trove of artifacts at the site of Cartier's abandoned colony. more...
In: Explorers
Close on the heels of John Cabot, Corte-Real disappeared seeking Asia and new lands for Portugal. more...
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William Hall holds two firsts in the annals of Canadian VC history. He was the first Canadian sailor and the first Black Canadian to earn the highest valour award. more...
Maarten Tromp and The First Anglo-Dutch War
In: Military Leaders
Usually wars are fought by rival armies attacking each other on land, the First Anglo-Dutch War was fought entirely at sea. more...
In: Historical Biographies (general)
Under heavy fire from the enemy, John Simpson and his donkey made a dozen trips a day, carrying wounded Australians to aid stations. more...
Estéban Martinez and the Nootka Incident
In: Historical Biographies (general)
Claims for Nootka Sound would lead Spain and England to the brink of war. more...
Sebastian Cabot, Questionable Explorer
In: Explorers
The authenticity of some of his claims have been questioned by later historians but the name of Cabot still stands high in the annals of early exploration. more...
A Brief History of Tristan da Cunha
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Fearing the worst, Tristan da Cunha was evacuated as volcanic activity threatened to engulf the island. more...
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Guillin & Babelay : Bluebeard Strikes Again
In: Historical Biographies (general)
By: Maria Olsen
Nursery Rhymes - who was Kitty Fisher?
In: Historical Biographies (general)
By: Jan Toms
Boxing: The man behind the Queensberry Rules.
In: Historical Biographies (general)
By: Jan Toms
Laborde-Line and Heon: Bluebeard Kills Again
In: Historical Biographies (general)
By: Maria Olsen
Jeanne Cuchet: Bluebeard's First Victim
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By: Maria Olsen
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