"As for myself, my course is clear. A British subject I was born — a British subject I will die. With my utmost effort, with my latest breath, will I oppose the ‘veiled treason’ which attempts by sordid means and mercenary proffers to lure our people from their allegiance."
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Prime Ministers of CanadaLeaders of the Official Opposition (Canada)Lawyers from CanadaMonarchistsAnglicans from Canada
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February 3, 1891 as the 1891 election was called, fought largely over the issue of free trade with the United States; reported at Historic Canada.
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John A. Macdonald
Sir John A. Macdonald (11 January 1815 – 16 June 1891) was the first Prime Minister of Canada. Macdonald served 19 years as Canadian Prime Minister, second to only William Lyon Mackenzie King.
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