The name Peace River itself is the monument of a successful effort on the part of the Company to bring about a better understanding between the Crees and the Beavers.
Ernest Thompson SetonAbout author
- Author's profession: Leader
- Nationality: american
- Born: August 14, 1860
- Died: October 23, 1946
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