John Work 1792-1861

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An incredibly resilient Hudson's Bay Company expedition leader who commanded grueling fur brigades across British Columbia, Idaho, and Oregon. His detailed, surviving journals provide one of the most accurate and valuable primary historical records of daily life during the Pacific Northwest fur trade era.

 

Biographical Overview

• Lived from 1792 to 1861
• Born: Jan 1, 1792, Donegal, Ireland
• Died: Dec 22, 1861, Victoria, BC

 

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Last updated: 2026-09-30