Mattie Mitchell: Newfoundland's Greatest Frontiersman

Mattie Mitchell was a Canadian frontiersman and adventurer who lived in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He was best known for his explorations of the remote interior of Newfoundland, and for his pioneering role in the development of the province's forestry industry. Mitchell was a skilled trapper, hunter, and guide, and he possessed a deep knowledge of the wilderness. He was also a gifted storyteller, and his tales of adventure and survival continue to be told to this day.

Mattie Mitchell: Newfoundland's Greatest Frontiersman

by Gary Collins

4.6 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	13438 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	257 pages
Paperback	:	227 pages
Item Weight	:	12 ounces

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Early Life and Career

Mitchell was born in 1853 in the small Newfoundland community of Harbour Grace. His father was a fisherman, and Mitchell himself began working on fishing boats at a young age. However, he soon developed a passion for the wilderness, and he began spending more and more time exploring the forests and lakes of the interior.

In 1874, Mitchell joined a group of explorers who were searching for a rumored gold mine in the interior of Newfoundland. The expedition was unsuccessful, but Mitchell gained valuable experience in wilderness travel. In the years that followed, he continued to explore the interior, and he made a number of important discoveries, including the first known crossing of the island from north to south.

The Development of the Forestry Industry

In the late 1800s, Mitchell began working as a guide for hunting and fishing parties. He also began to harvest timber from the interior, and he soon became one of the leading suppliers of lumber to the growing Newfoundland market. Mitchell's pioneering role in the development of the forestry industry helped to open up the interior of the province and to create new economic opportunities for Newfoundlanders.

The Explorer

Mitchell was not only a successful businessman, but he was also a renowned explorer. He was the first person to climb the highest mountain in Newfoundland, and he also led the first expedition to cross the island's Great Northern Peninsula. Mitchell's explorations helped to put Newfoundland on the map, and he became a national hero.

The Storyteller

Mitchell was a gifted storyteller, and his tales of adventure and survival continue to be told to this day. He was a regular contributor to hunting and fishing magazines, and he also published a number of books about his experiences. Mitchell's stories are full of humor, danger, and excitement, and they offer a unique glimpse into the life of a true frontiersman.

The Legacy of Mattie Mitchell

Mattie Mitchell died in 1932, but his legacy continues to live on. He is remembered as one of Newfoundland's greatest frontiersmen, and his explorations and pioneering work helped to shape the province's history. Mitchell's stories continue to inspire and entertain, and they remind us of the indomitable spirit of the human race.

About the Book

"Mattie Mitchell: Newfoundland's Greatest Frontiersman" is a biography of the legendary frontiersman. The book tells the story of Mitchell's life and adventures, from his early days as a fisherman to his pioneering role in the development of the forestry industry. The book is full of fascinating details and little-known stories, and it offers a unique glimpse into the life of a true Canadian hero.

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Mattie Mitchell: Newfoundland's Greatest Frontiersman

by Gary Collins

4.6 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	13438 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	257 pages
Paperback	:	227 pages
Item Weight	:	12 ounces

FREE