World Heritage Site: Rideau Canal
Publication Year: 2021
Publication Type: Book
Publication Identifier: WHEB424F02191
Summary
Thomas Mackay emerges as a pivotal figure in the development of Ottawa, Canada, through his significant contributions to infrastructure and urban growth. This biography reveals his instrumental role in constructing the Rideau Canal's locks, founding New Edinburgh, establishing the Rideau Falls mill complex, building Rideau Hall, and financing the Ottawa and Prescott Railway. Mackay's efforts not only advanced Ottawa's status as the capital of Canada but also left a lasting legacy on the city's landscape and economy.
Citation
Sweeny, A. (2021). Thomas Mackay. https://doi.org/10.1515/9780776636801
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