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In the aftermath of the United States War of Independence, Canada stood steadfastly loyal to Great Britain. The tumultuous 1830s and early 1840s laid the groundwork for a Popular Government, culminating in the unification of Upper and Lower Canada in 1841. However, the dream of a cohesive confederation remained just that—a dream. It would take more than two decades for this vision to come to fruition, uniting the nation From Sea to Sea. Join us on this captivating journey as we explore the origins of the Dominion of Canada. (Summary by TriciaG)

During and after the United States' War of Independence, Canada remained loyal to Great Britain. The upheavals of the 1830's and early 1840's led to a Popular Government and union of Upper and Lower Canada in 1841, but many still wanted confederation of the provinces into one centralized government. It would take over two decades for that to become a reality, "From Sea to Sea". This work chronicles the birth of the Dominion of Canada. (Summary by TriciaG)

How did the confederation of Canada come to be? Listen to the captivating story about the bold visionaries who united the British colonies north of the United States of America, into the confederation that has become Canada. Written in 1916, this compelling narrative brings to life the political intrigue, intense debates, and remarkable compromises that forged the Confederation of Canada in 1867. Colquhoun chronicles the not so simple effort of drawing all the provinces together to form a nation.