JOURNAL ARTICLE

Letter 2: To the Governor, Deputy Governor and Committee of the Hudson's Bay Company, London.[1].

  • Published In: Publications of the Champlain Society, 2025, v. 3. P. 4 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Thompson, David 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on a letter written by David Thompson in 1791, detailing his experiences and requests related to his work in the fur trade. Thompson expresses gratitude for a generous gift and confirms his contract for three years at £15 per annum, despite recovering from a leg injury that limits his mobility. He offers to undertake duties that require minimal travel and requests specific navigational tools, including a brass compass and a Fahrenheit thermometer, to assist in surveying newly established settlements. Additionally, he mentions a previous bill for navigation books that he has not received, seeking resolution on that matter. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Publications of the Champlain Society. 2025/01, Vol. 3, p4
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Earth and Atmospheric Sciences
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0384-6202
  • Accession Number:189265249
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