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Laurier in History
Original title:  Canada, Bank of Canada, 1,000 dollars : January 2, 1937

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According to his biographer, Sir Wilfrid LAURIER was among the greatest politicians in the history of Canada:

“Following a magnificent state funeral on 22 February [1919], Sir Wilfrid Laurier’s body was escorted to Notre-Dame cemetery in Ottawa by more than 100,000 people.… The entire country was in mourning. Despite disappointments and often justified criticisms, Laurier was already a legend; he had gradually achieved the stature of a giant, a symbol personified. And what an engaging personality! Few people at the turn of the century could resist his charm and courtesy. When necessary, Laurier was able to abandon his prime ministerial ways for a simplicity that won over the most obdurate hearts. His disarming frankness despite his subterfuges, his exceptional honesty in a rather lax environment, his respect for others regardless of differences of opinion, his unshakeable loyalty to the Liberal cause and to his friends, his determination and firmness despite moments of discouragement … all aroused the admiration of many Canadians. Even his opponents were captivated.… Lord Minto [Elliot] once said of him that he was “far the biggest man in Canada.” He was right. And this was the portrait of Sir Wilfrid Laurier that in the end has remained in the collective memory.”


To learn more about what history has to say about Laurier’s life and career, we invite you to consult the following biographies.

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