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James Douglas Biography and Timeline

Follow James Douglas through 2 dated historical records for Canada.

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James Douglas, historical timeline

A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.

2Distinct records
1 of 1Page
1851–1858Years on this page

1851

Governor of Vancouver Island

Governor of Vancouver Island · Vancouver Island · Government / Government of Canada

Appointed governor of Vancouver Island.

Role range: 1851-1864

1858

Governor of British Columbia

Governor of British Columbia · British Columbia · Government / Government of Canada

Becomes first governor of the mainland colony of British Columbia.

Role range: 1858-1864

Records, sources and methodology

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