Edward Jarvis

This article is about Canadian explorer and businessman. For the United States physician and statistician, see Edward Jarvis (physician). For the film editor, see Edward B. Jarvis.

Edward Jarvis (died c. 1800) was a Hudson's Bay Company chief factor.[1]

In 1771 Jarvis started working for the company as a surgeon.[1] He quickly learned the Cree language and was recruited to lead a surveying expedition.[1]

In 1778 he became a chief factor.[1] He retired in 1798 and died a few years later.[1]

References

  1. 1 2 3 4 5 Pannekoek, F. (1979). "Jarvis, Edward". In Halpenny, Francess G. Dictionary of Canadian Biography. IV (1771–1800) (online ed.). University of Toronto Press.


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