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Forestry History and Archives at RBSC
This research guide concerns the history of the forestry industry in British Columbia and highlights relevant resources available through the UBC Library and Special Collections which include records from forestry companies, individuals from forestry companies, individuals important to the development of the industry and associations or organizations relevant to the industry.
First logs in boom, low tide.
From Capilano Timber Company Collection, RBSC
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