Flannel Shirt and Liberty: British Emigrant Gentlewomen in the Canadian West, 1880-1914

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Book

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ISBN 10

0774801492

ISBN 13

9780774801492

Tags

Historical Study & Educational Resources, Emigration & Immigration, Specific Demographics, Women's Studies, Civil Rights & Liberties, Civics & Citizenship, Canada, History

Description

This collection of articles and extracts from books and periodicals describes in detail the opportunities in Western Canada for British women emigrants. By 1900 there was a great demand both for wives and for workers in a variety of occupations. 'Women Wanted' was the message conveyed by Canadian officials, journalists, and public-spirited women who travelled across Canada and reported on their findings. - from Amzon

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