What industry did Tonené work in besides fur trading?
Gold Prospecting
Fishing
Logging
Agriculture
Answer
In addition to working as a fur trader for the Hudson's Bay Company, Ignace Tonené was also a gold prospector. His prospecting efforts led to the discovery of gold in the region and triggered a gold rush in 1906.
Chief Ignace Tonené: Unraveling the Legacy of a Teme-Augama Anishnabai Leader
Subscribe Now!
Learn something
new everyday
Playing quizzes is free! We send 1 quiz every week to your inbox