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… 1937, guidebooks to scenes in London, a book and map of Westminster Abbey, Evan Evan's sightseeing tours programme, Liberty's Tudor shop, … old to travel. She was though everything Canadian. Her desire was to become the best Canadian she could be, dedicated to learning English and … get her Canadian citizenship and she always said those who choose to come to Canada must give Canada their undying gratitude and respect, …
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… The Covelli Family Nicola Covelli arrived on October 21, 1951 on the … Toronto. He was the first family member to immigrate. Mario Covelli: his son, travelled alone aboard the Conte Biancamano arriving at age 15 …
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… After Christmas l943 she moved to St. Leonards-Hastings and Battle Abbey and lived in a previous Convent which was bombed one night while … Carol Ann was born just before the war ended. Dad was sent home with his Unit in late 1945 and Muriel and Carol Ann arrived in Canada on The …
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… This is my recollection of my relocation to Canada as a war bride, and my arrival through Pier 21. Although time has erased or clouded many of the events which took place some 57 years … clearly the trip down to Southampton, and looking back at Westminister Abbey and Big Ben saying that I'll always remember that sight quite …
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… of Arrival: November 16, 1951 Age on Arrival: 20 May it be known that I, Hans Escher, was born on Sept. 3, 1931 to Adolf Escher and Paula von der Stein, … to attend church. I could have played truant but were we not taught to obey our parents? The whole thing was so political, an affront, a … Hans Escher …
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… in Poland was restricted in terms of having a decent living. Up to this point there were two classes of people; the very rich and very … a vision for a future. Through information received a person could purchase a 160-acre parcel of land for $10.00 dollars. This land contained … a stable, young and growing country, which was enticing immigrants to come to Canada and help to develop. Finally on April 14, 1928, Dad, his …
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… Halifax Harbour and Early Arrivals Halifax harbour is large, deep, and ice-free . It is a natural transportation hub, with river access to … and so the port was not particularly useful for passenger or cargo service to the rest of Canada. [1] Other ports, notably along the St. … and peering in the windows. During ship arrivals, the immigration officers complained that “crowds of people surround the building.” [11] …
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… of the Plaque commemorating war brides and children on August 26, 2000 at Pier 21, a lovely visit! …