Author: Darrel Pratt

When Did Scarborough Become A Seaside Resort?

The first seaside resort… A Dr Wittie book about the spa waters published in 1660 was a huge catalyst for visitors to ‘Scarborough Spa’ and the town became Britain’s first seaside resort. The famous old bathing machines didn’t make an appearance until 1735. When did Scarborough become a holiday resort? The popularity of Scarborough as […]

Where Does Vancouver Get Its Wealth From?

International commerce and trade is a key sector for Vancouver’s economy. The city has Canada’s largest port and is one of North America’s major gateways for pan-Pacific trade. The Port of Vancouver ranks first in North America in total foreign exports and second on the west coast in total cargo volume. What is Vancouver known […]

Who Imprisoned In Scarborough Castle?

George Fox. George Fox, who founded the Quakers, was imprisoned in Scarborough Castle in the 17th century. Who destroyed Scarborough Castle? Beginning at 8am on Wednesday 16 December 1914 two German battleships, Derfflinger and Von der Tann, bombarded the undefended Yorkshire seaside town of Scarborough for about half an hour. During that short period over […]

Who Destroyed Scarborough Castle?

On the morning of 16 December 1914, in the opening months of the First World War, two German warships fired more than 500 shells on the town and castle from the bay. Seventeen civilians were killed and more than 80 seriously wounded. Who bombed Scarborough Castle? Beginning at 8am on Wednesday 16 December 1914 two […]

How Many Pakistanis Are In Alberta?

39,535. Pakistani Canadians Urdu: پاکستانی کینیڈین Total population Alberta 39,535 Quebec 16,645 British Columbia 19,050 How many Pakistani are living in Canada? People-to-people links between Pakistan and Canada remain strong. There are over 215,000 Canadians of Pakistani origin living in Canada. What percentage of Canadians are Pakistani? According to the 2021 Census, 7.1% of the […]

What Is Alberta’S Motto?

Fortis et Liber. The provincial motto, Fortis et Liber – strong and free – is under the base. Royal Warrant adopted the current Coat of Arms on July 30, 1980. What is Alberta mostly known for? oil industryAlberta is a Canadian province known for its large oil industry. It has the third-largest reserves of crude […]

What Is The Oldest Town In Alberta?

Founded in 1788, Fort Chipewyan was the first European settlement in Alberta and from the very beginning, residents have eagerly anticipated winter for the freedom it brings. Whats the oldest town in Alberta? Fort VermilionFort Vermilion, a hamlet located southeast of High Level, is the oldest settlement in Alberta. It was established in 1788 as […]