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Sir George-Étienne Cartier, 1st Baronet, PC (pronounced [ʒɔʁʒ etjɛn kaʁtje]; September 6, 1814 – May 20, 1873) was a Canadian statesman and Father of Confederation. The English spelling of the name—George, instead of Georges, the usual French spelling—is explained by his having been named in honour of King George III .
Jan 16, 2008 · Learn about the life and achievements of Sir George-Étienne Cartier, a prominent Quebec politician and Confederation leader. He fought in the Rebellions of 1837–38, served as co-premier with John A. Macdonald, and negotiated the transfer of Rupert's Land and the North-West Territories.
May 16, 2024 · Sir George-Étienne Cartier, Baronet was a statesman, Canadian prime minister jointly with John A. Macdonald (1857–58; 1858–62), and promoter of confederation and the improvement of Anglo-French relations in Canada.
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Many a man leaves his mark on history. Few can take pride in having helped build a nation. George-Étienne Cartier was one such man. Cartier was born in 1814 into a family of shopkeepers, in the...
Feb 25, 2015 · Politically astute, he wielded great influence in the area of urban and economic development, not only in Montreal but all across Canada. However, few Canadians are aware of the legacy we received from George-Étienne Cartier. Lauded by some, vilified by others, Cartier led a fascinating life.
Learn about the life and legacy of George-Étienne Cartier, a key figure in the Confederation of Canada. Read his biography, his speeches, and a paper by MLI Munk Senior Fellow Alastair Gillespie.
In 1860, George-Étienne Cartier was one of the most powerful politicians in Lower Canada and a fervent protector of French Canadian nationality. But Cartier would work to bridge the gap...
