Edward Stamp
Canadian politician / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Dear Wikiwand AI, let's keep it short by simply answering these key questions:
Can you list the top facts and stats about Captain Edward Stamp?
Summarize this article for a 10 year old
SHOW ALL QUESTIONS
Captain Edward Stamp (5 November 1814 – 20 January 1872) was an English mariner and entrepreneur who contributed to the early economic development of British Columbia and Vancouver Island.[1] Born at Alnwick in Northumberland, Stamp served as the captain of a steam transport in the Crimean War in 1854.
Quick Facts Member of the Legislative Council of British Columbia for Lillooet, Personal details ...
Edward Stamp | |
---|---|
Member of the Legislative Council of British Columbia for Lillooet | |
In office 1867–1868 | |
Personal details | |
Born | 5 November 1814 Northumberland, England |
Died | January 20, 1872(1872-01-20) (aged 57) Middlesex, England |
Occupation |
|
Known for | Founding Hastings Mill |
Close