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My design has been to preserve the knowledge of the incidents which took place in the past, and which are likely to have some value in the development of the country in the future. That may tend to the protection and amelioration of the native races of Indians and Eskimos, to the betterment of the comparatively few white settlers, to the development and conservation of its marvellous fisheries, the framing of proper laws for the governance of the thousands of Newfoundland, Canadian, and American fishermen who frequent its coasts, to excite an interest in this neglected country, and to assist Dr. Grenfell, who has been working for these same ends for the past sixteen years with a single minded devotion which excludes all other interests.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the history of the Norsemen, their voyages to the American continent, and the subsequent European exploration of Labrador. The author meticulously examines the Norse sagas and archaeological evidence to reconstruct the Norse voyages and their possible destinations, including Helluland, Markland, and Vinland. The book also explores the impact of European exploration on the indigenous population of Labrador, particularly the Beothuks, and the competing claims of England, France, and Portugal to the region. The author masterfully synthesizes historical accounts, maps, and personal narratives to provide a comprehensive understanding of the early exploration and development of Labrador. Through its exploration of themes such as discovery, exploration, and the clash of cultures, this book sheds light on the complex history of the region and its significance in the broader context of European exploration of the Americas. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781331654902_0
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