The Peace River - Fairview, Alberta
Posted by: 
wildwoodke
N 55° 58.032 W 118° 32.916
11U E 403339 N 6203511
This sign speaks to the naming of the river as a result of the peace that was obtained between warring Cree and Beaver indians. This sign is located on Highway 2, south of the town of Fairview, Alberta.
Waymark Code: WMD30V
Location: Alberta, Canada
Date Posted: 11/11/2011
Views: 3
Text from the plaque:
"The Peace River
From the headwaters in the mountains of British Columbia, the waters of the mighty Peace River flow throgh this valley on their way to the Arctic Ocean. The river is so named because it was on these banks that a peace between warring Cree and Beaver indians was concluded. Travelled first by indians and fur traders, and later by missionaries, gold seekers and settlers, the river has served as a highway for the development of Northern Alberta."
Type of Marker: Cultural
Sign Age: Older Alberta Tourism Marker Style
Parking: This sign is at a road side pullout.
Placement agency: Unknown
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