Library and Archives Canada Acquires Robert Hood Watercolours

(firmenpresse) - GATINEAU, QUEBEC -- (Marketwired) -- 04/16/15 -- Library and Archives Canada

Library and Archives Canada (LAC) is pleased to announce that it has purchased four watercolours by Robert Hood, a British officer who participated from 1819 to 1821 in an Arctic overland expedition to map the Coppermine River as part of the search for the Northwest Passage.

A significant addition to LAC's existing holdings of Robert Hood's work, this acquisition provides historical context and documents a key expedition in Canada's Arctic history, the first by the famous British explorer Sir John Franklin.

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"The Franklin expeditions are an important part of Canada's history. These watercolours strengthen LAC's position as a leading repository of historic Arctic exploration and a prime source for Canadians interested in learning more about this exciting era."

-Dr. Guy Berthiaume, Librarian and Archivist of Canada-Library and Archives Canada

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About Library and Archives Canada

The mandate of Library and Archives Canada is to preserve the documentary heritage of Canada for the benefit of present and future generations, and to be a source of enduring knowledge accessible to all, thereby contributing to the cultural, social and economic advancement of Canada. Library and Archives Canada also facilitates co-operation among communities involved in the acquisition, preservation and diffusion of knowledge, and serves as the continuing memory of the Government of Canada and its institutions. Stay connected with Library and Archives Canada on ((at)LibraryArchives), , and .



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