Sir Sam Steele
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Born near Orillia, in 1851, an original member of the N.W.M.P., 1873, Superintendent, 1885-1903, Steele played an important role in establishing order in Western Canada, holding commands throughout the Territories. He led the Cavalry, Alberta Field Force, in the northwest Rebellion, 1885 and, as commander of N.W.M.P. in Yukon and B.C., 1898-99, preserved order at the height of the Yukon gold rush. He raised and commanded Strathcona's Horse in the South African War, trained and commanded 2nd Division, World War I. Major-General Steele, K.C.M.G., C.B., died in London, England in 1919.
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The County of Simcoe
The City of Orillia
On the outside wall of a building at 30 Peter Street South
between Mississaga Street East and Colborne Street East
Also recorded for this place: The County of Simcoe · The Township of Clearview
N 44 36.508 W 79 25.016
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