Chronicles of Canada Volume 22 - Pioneers of the Pacific Coast: A Chronicle of Sea Rovers and Fur Hunters


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Pioneers of the Pacific Coast invites listeners on a historical journey through the exploration of the Canadian Pacific coast, British Columbia, and Alaska. In this volume of the Chronicles of Canada series, Agnes C. Laut chronicles the adventures and discoveries of notable explorers such as Bering, Cook, Vancouver, Mackenzie, Fraser, and Thompson.

Through vivid narratives, Laut brings to life the challenges and triumphs faced by these pioneers as they navigated uncharted waters and rugged landscapes. The book not only highlights their individual contributions but also paints a broader picture of the era's spirit of exploration and the quest for knowledge.

Rich in detail and context, this audiobook offers a unique perspective on the early encounters with the Pacific coast, making it a valuable resource for history enthusiasts and anyone interested in the stories that shaped this remarkable region.

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The Voyage of the "Golden Hind" 11:16 Gelesen von Phil Schempf
Vitus Bering on the Pacific 24:10 Gelesen von Gilles G. Le Blanc
The Outlaw Hunters 17:35 Gelesen von Phil Schempf
Cook and Vancouver, part 1 19:23 Gelesen von Son of the Exiles
Cook and Vancouver, part 2 17:33 Gelesen von Son of the Exiles
"Alexander Mackenzie, From Canada, By Land" 19:16 Gelesen von Gilles G. Le Blanc
The Descent of the Fraser River 18:08 Gelesen von Son of the Exiles
Thompson and the Astorians 19:59 Gelesen von Gilles G. Le Blanc
The Passing of the Fur Lords 20:15 Gelesen von Phil Schempf

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I did not hear the story of Hairy McBlazac trading a hockey puck for a squaw. More details please.