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“The time is coming when the pressure of population on the means of subsistence will be felt here as it is now felt in Europe and Asia. Then will the world enter upon a new stage of its history - the final competition of races, for which the Anglo-Saxon is being schooled.”

Book:The New Era: Or, The Coming Kingdom

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The New Era: Or, The Coming Kingdom

This work delves into the concepts of societal evolution and the potential emergence of a new kingdom, offering a thought-provoking examination of the future of humanity. more

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Josiah Strong

Josiah Strong (1847-1916) was an American author and Christian missionary. His works primarily focused on the global spread of Christianity and American expansionism. Strong's book 'Our Country' had a profound impact on American nationalism and imperialism. more

“The Anglo-Saxon has established himself in climates totally diverse - Canada, South Africa, and India - and, through several generations, has preserved his essential race characteristics. He is not, of course, superior to climatic influences; but even in warm climates, he is likely to retain his aggressive vigor long enough to supplant races already enfeebled.”

Long Enough Courses Race Generations Influence Essentials India South Climate Warm Superiors Characteristics Canada Aggressive Diverse South Africa Vigor Anglo Saxon

Author:Josiah Strong

“My parents were both from Scotland, but had been resident in Lower Canada some time before their marriage, which took place in Montreal; and in that city I spent most of my life.”

Parent Cities Canada Scotland Residents Montreal

Book:Awful Disclosures of Maria Monk: As Exhibited in a Narrative of Her Sufferings During a Residence of Five Years as a Novice, and Two Years as a Black Nun, in the Hotel Dieu Nunnery at Montreal

Source: Awful Disclosures of Maria Monk: As Exhibited in a Narrative of Her Sufferings During a Residence of Five Years as a Novice, and Two Years as a Black Nun, in the Hotel Dieu Nunnery at Montreal

“I am honored to be selected as Canada's flag bearer for the closing ceremony of the 2006 Olympic Winter Games. Over the past 16 days we've had some outstanding performances by Canadian athletes and it is truly overwhelming to be selected as the flag bearer amidst the most successful Canadian Olympic Winter Games team ever.”