Richard Blanshard 1817-1894

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An English barrister who served as the first governor of the Colony of Vancouver Island. He struggled against the entrenched power of the Hudson's Bay Company during his brief, frustrated tenure.

 

Biographical Overview

• Lived from 1817 to 1894
• Born: Oct 19, 1817, London, England
• Died: Jun 5, 1894, London, England

 

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Last updated: 2026-09-29