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St Pierre Miquelon Remains of French North America
In early America history France held vast territory, but by 1803 its last North American lands passed to the United States. Today only St Pierre and Miquelon off Nova Scotia remain French, small islands used as a base for fishing and noted for their stamps. Prohibition era activity boosted the islands briefly before return to isolation. The piece recounts exploration era names and the origin of Vancouver Island, plus a playful reader note about puzzles and a postal call.
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America
France
United States
Canada
Nova Scotia
North America
St. Pierre and Miquelon
Vancouver
Senor Boderca Y Quadra
Captain Vanouver
Ft. Het
Quadra
Ovadra
Vancouver Island
Uncle Ray