Why a Booktrail?
The story of Hamilton and its people
Hamilton: A People’s History
Why a Booktrail?
The story of Hamilton and its people
What you need to know before your trail
Pioneers, soldiers, merchants, murderers, workers and bosses–all contributed to the colourful history of the tough, attractive city of Hamilton. Popular historian Bill Freeman tells the story of the city from the time of its earliest habitation through the War of 1812, on to its heyday as a major manufacturing centre
Locations
Reset- Canada - Ontario - Hamilton
- A: Dundurn Castle
- B: Hamilton Cemetery
- C: Royal Hamilton Yacht Club
- D: Dundas Valley Conservation Area
Travel Guide
Hamilton
The key roles that the railway and Hamilton’s spectacular geography played in the city’s development are fully described, and the many forceful personalities who shaped Hamilton’s history are brought to life. Bill Freeman’s lively account superbly balances social, political, and labour themes to give the reader a deep understanding of the city’s past. A few places of note:
Dundurn Castle
Once home to Sir Allan Napier MacNab, railway magnate, lawyer and Premier of the United Canadas (1854-1856)
Dundas Valley
The Dundas Valley is one of southern Ontario’s most spectacular natural treasures. Highlights of the 1,200-hectare conservation area include lush Carolinian forests, colourful meadows, cold-water streams, stunning geological formations and an array of rare plants, birds and wildlife.
Booktrail Boarding Pass: Hamilton: A People’s History
Destination: Hamilton Author/Guide: Bill Freeman Departure Time: 1812 onwards
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