Canada Upon the Seas

""Canada Upon The Seas"" is a comprehensive historical account of Canada's maritime development from the early explorations of the Vikings to the early 20th century. Written by James Charles Bonar, a Canadian historian, the book covers a wide range of topics, including the role of the fur trade, the growth of shipbuilding and shipping industries, and the Canadian Navy's involvement in various conflicts. The book also explores the impact of technological advancements on maritime transportation, such as the introduction of steamships and the development of the St. Lawrence Seaway. Bonar provides a detailed analysis of Canada's strategic position as a maritime nation and its relationship with other major powers, particularly Britain and the United States. The book is an insightful and informative read for anyone interested in Canadian history, maritime history, or naval 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.