George Anthony Walkem 1834-1908
An English-born lawyer and politician who served two terms as the Premier of British Columbia. He was a fiery advocate for the province, aggressively battling the Canadian federal government to ensure the timely construction of the promised transcontinental railway.
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- Lived from 1834 to 1908
- Born: Nov 15, 1834, Newry, Ireland
- Died: Jan 13, 1908, Victoria, BC
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Last updated: 2026-09-30