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1880 in Canada

Explore 2 historical events and records for Canada in 1880.

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Historical records for Canada in 1880

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September

1 September 1880

Arctic Islands

Macdonald, John Alexander · Ottawa · Prime Minister of Canada · Government / Government of Canada

Accepts transfer of British Arctic territories to Canada.

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1880

High Commissioner

Galt, Alexander Tilloch · Quebec · High Commissioner · Government / Government of Canada

Appointed High Commissioner of the Dominion of Canada in London

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