Sir William Van Horne

Dynamic and imaginative, as General Manager, Vice President, and then President of the Canadian Pacific Railway during its formative years, he contributed much to its success and to the development of this country. Born in Chelsea, Illinois, 3rd February, 1843. Died in Montréal, 11th September, 1915.

Doué d’un caractère énergique et de vision, en sa qualité de directeur général, de vice-président et enfin de président du chemin de fer Pacifique-Canadien durant son développement initial, il a contribué grandement au succès de cette entreprise et au progrès du pays. Born in Chelsea, Illinois, 3rd February, 1843. Died in Montréal, 11th September, 1915.