John Graves Simcoe

John Graves Simcoe: The Makers Of Canada (1909) is a biography written by Duncan Campbell Scott. The book tells the story of John Graves Simcoe, a British army officer who played a significant role in the history of Canada. Simcoe was the first Lieutenant Governor of Upper Canada, a position he held from 1791 to 1796. During his tenure, he worked to establish a legal system, improve transportation, and promote settlement in the region. Simcoe was also a staunch opponent of slavery and worked to abolish the practice in Upper Canada. The book provides a detailed account of Simcoe's life, from his early years in England to his military service in North America and his political career in Canada. It also explores the political and social context of the time, including the tensions between British and American forces during the American Revolution and the challenges of establishing a new colony in Upper Canada. Overall, John Graves Simcoe: The Makers Of Canada (1909) is a fascinating and informative biography that sheds light on an important figure in Canadian history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.