Coming to Canada in 1931, Lord Bessborough found a country in deep despair over The Great Depression. While he did not make waves as Governor General, Bessborough was part of many important events including the creation of the Governor General flag, the first trans-Canada phone call and the opening of the Welland Canal.

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