Fort Langley National Historic Site
Six Word Photo Story Challenge: “Site or Sight”
Six Word Photo Story Challenge: “Site or Sight”
Historic sites are sights worth seeing.
Fort Langley, British Columbia, was founded by the Hudson’s Bay Company in 1827. Located on the south bank of the Fraser River, upstream from what is now the cities of Vancouver and New Westminster, it served a major role in the Canadian Fur Trade.
On November 19, 1858, Governor James Douglas proclaimed the Colony of British Columbia on this site. I’m sure Douglas enjoyed his dinner at a larger table, but this is the one that was set the last time I visited.
Wherever you travel, make time to visit the historical sites. How else can you experience the world that was and understand how it impacts our world that is.
The world is a beautiful place. Share the beauty. Leave only footsteps.