Simon Fraser - Explorer
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petendot
N 45° 05.771 W 074° 47.825
18T E 515966 N 4993655
A Monument over the grave of Simon Fraser, explorer of British Columbia.
Waymark Code: WMBRNN
Location: Ontario, Canada
Date Posted: 06/17/2011
Views: 23
A marble monument over their grave of Simon Fraser, the famed explorer, located in the pioneer graveyard at St. Andrews West, Ontario. It was erected by the Hudson's Bay Company in 1921.
Description:
Simon Fraser was a famous explorer in Canada. In the employ of the North West Company, he explored what is now "British Columbia". He is best known for his daring exploration of the Fraser River. Later in life, he retired to St. Andrews West, Ontario where he farmed and ran mills. He is buried in the pioneer graveyard in St. Andrews West.
Date of birth: 05/20/1776
Date of death: 08/18/1862
Area of notoriety: Exploration
Marker Type: Monument
Setting: Outdoor
Fee required?: No
Web site: [Web Link]
Visiting Hours/Restrictions: Not listed
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