James McMillan (fur trader)
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James McMillan (August 1783–26 January 1858) was a fur trader and explorer for the North West Company and Hudson's Bay Company. He led some of the earliest surveys of the lower Fraser River and founded Fort Langley for the HBC in 1827, and was its first Chief Trader.
Quick Facts 1st Chief Trader of Fort Langley, Succeeded by ...
James McMillan | |
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1st Chief Trader of Fort Langley | |
In office 1827–1828 | |
Succeeded by | Archibald McDonald |
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Born | August 1783 Probably in Glen Pean, Scotland |
Died | 26 January 1858(1858-01-26) (aged 74) Glasgow, Scotland |
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Occupation | Fur Trader, Explorer, First Chief Trader of Fort Langley |
Known for | Founder of Fort Langley |
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