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Maurice Duplessis and the Union nationale

Maurice Duplessis, 1936 (Studio Dupras et Colas). Maurice Duplessis, 1938 · Studio Dupras et Colas · Photo source · Photo licence: Public domain. Resized for display; item previews may be cropped. The image remains under the licence shown.

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Maurice Duplessis of Trois-Rivières formed the Union nationale in 1935, an alliance of Conservatives and dissident Liberals that governed Quebec from 1936 to 1939 and from 1944 until his death in 1959. Known as “Le Chef”, he was a colourful and influential figure whose years in office brought frequent controversy, the assertion of Quebec autonomy and major public works.

Scope & context

Duplessis as described in his designation.

Sources behind this record

Maurice Duplessis National Historic Person ↗

Parks Canada (Directory of Federal Heritage Designations)

Importance; plaque text