Canadian Sovereignty in the Arctic typescript
Description
The collection contains a bound typescript detailing Canadian activities in the Arctic from the earliest explorations, marine surveys and Royal Canadian Mounted Police patrols to clandestine missions during World War II. Marked with "Copy No. 1" and "Confidential." The production of the study was meant to support, in part, the continuing Canadian contention that it controled waterways related to a potential Northwest passage. Contains 234 pages and 64 maps.
Dates
- 1949-06-28
Creator
- Canadian Department of Mines and Resources (Organization)
Conditions Governing Access
Unrestricted.
Conditions Governing Use
Permission from Dartmouth College required for publication or reproduction.
Extent
.25 linear ft. (1 box) : Contains 64 maps and 234 pages. ; 34 x 21 cm.
Language of Materials
English
Additional Description
Abstract
Bound Canadian Department of Mines and Resources typescript detailing Canadian activities in the Arctic from the 15th C through the 1940's. The production of the study was meant to support, in part, the continuing Canadian contention that it controls waterways related to a potential Northwest passage.
Part of the Rauner Library Archives and Manuscripts Repository