Imperialism and Colonization in Lower Canada: The Role of William Bowman Felton

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Title
Imperialism and Colonization in Lower Canada: The Role of William Bowman Felton
Abstract
William Bowman Felton (1782-1836), a large landowner in Ascot Township, was Lower Canada's first Commissioner of Crown Lands. The author explains how, despite his government position, Felton was able to do little to advance the colonization and development of the Eastern Townships.
Publication
Canadian Historical Review
Volume
Vol. 46
Issue
no. 4
Pages
511-540
Date
December 1985
Language
en
Citation
Little, J. I. “Imperialism and Colonization in Lower Canada: The Role of William Bowman Felton.” Canadian Historical Review Vol. 46, no. 4 (December 1985): 511–540.
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