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Historica Canada Teacher Community
Historica Canada Teacher Community
Francis Rattenbury
Overview
This lesson is based on viewing the Francis Rattenbury biography from The Canadians series. Rattenbury left his mark on the landscape of British Columbia with the many buildings he designed, including the British Columbia Legislature, The Empress Hotel, and The Vancouver Art Gallery. His life came to a tragic end when he was murdered in his home.
Aims
Rattenbury's colourful character, controversial personal life, and his murder will spark your students' interest in his life and work....