James White (geographer)
James White (February 3, 1863 – February 26, 1928) was a Canadian geographer. White studied geology at the Royal Military College of Canada in Kingston, Ontario. In 1883, he became the Geographer and Chief Draftsman for the Geological Survey of Canada. White and a team of 20 cartographers produced the first edition of the Atlas of Canada in 1906.
James White | |
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| Born | February 3, 1863 Ingersoll, Canada West |
| Died | February 26, 1928 (aged 65) Ottawa |
| Resting place | Beechwood Cemetery |
| Nationality | Canadian |
| Occupation | Geographer |
| Known for | Atlas of Canada |
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