Journal ... kept at Fort Langley during the years 1827-1830.

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Journal ... kept at Fort Langley during the years 1827-1830.

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Manuscript copy made in 1878. The journal appears to have been kept by James McMillan from the time he left Fort Vancouver, June 27, 1827, until October 15, 1828, after which it was kept by Archibald McDonald, who succeeded McMillan as Chief Trader. Describes the founding of the fort in July and August, 1827, and daily affairs to July 30, 1830. Includes typed transcript.

Original : 1 volume (158 pages) ; 32 cm.Copies : partial microfilm reel (65 exposures) : negative (Rich. 107:19) and positive.Transcript: 1 portfolio.

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McDonald, Archibald, 1790-1853

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