The Struggle for Imperial Unity: Recollections & Experiences by George T. Denison
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| Author | Denison, George T. (George Taylor), 1839-1925 |
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| LoC No. | 09021021 |
| Title | The Struggle for Imperial Unity: Recollections & Experiences |
| Alternate Title | The Struggle for Imperial Unity: Recollections and Experiences |
| Note | Reading ease score: 63.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Contents | Introductory chapter -- Condition of affairs in Canada before confederation -- Canada First party and Hudson's Bay Territory -- The Red River Rebellion -- The Red River Expedition -- National sentiment -- Abortive political movement -- The Independence flurry -- The O'Brien episode -- The Imperial Federation League -- Commercial Union -- Imperial Federation League in Canada -- Commercial Union a treasonable conspiracy -- The years 1888 and 1889, work of the Imperial Federation League -- The year 1890 -- Visit to England, 1890 -- The great election of 1891 -- Contest with Goldwin Smith -- Dissolution of the Imperial Federation League in England -- Organisation of the British Empire League -- Mission to England, 1897 -- The West Indian preference -- 1899: establishment of Empire Day -- The South African War -- 1900: British Empire League banquet in London -- Work in Canada in 1901 -- Mission to England in 1902 -- Correspondence with Mr. Chamberlain -- Congress of Chambers of Commerce of the Empire, 1906 -- Appendix A: Speech in reply to Sir C. Dilke -- Appendix B: Lecture on "national spirit". |
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| Summary | "The Struggle for Imperial Unity: Recollections & Experiences" by Colonel George T. Denison is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book captures the author's personal experiences and insights regarding the movement for imperial unity in Canada and its broader implications within the British Empire. Denison, a prominent figure in promoting loyalty to the British Empire, discusses early Canadian political climates, the formation of the Canada First Party, and the engagement of various factions in political struggles during pivotal moments in Canadian history. The opening of this work sets the stage for Denison's exploration of imperial unity, beginning with a reflection on the historical context of Canada before Confederation. He recounts the challenges faced by the early Canadian communities, including their dependence on British governance and their loyalty to the Empire. In particular, Denison emphasizes the emergence of a Canadian national spirit and the formation of political groups advocating for the consolidation of the country's ties with Britain, providing a personal narrative intertwined with key historical events such as the Red River Rebellion and the formation of new governmental structures. This introduction to Denison's recollections lays a foundation for understanding the complexities of Canadian identity and its relationship with the British Empire during a time of significant change. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | F1001: North America local history: Canada |
| Subject | Canada -- History -- 1867-1914 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 59933 |
| Release Date | Jul 17, 2019 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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