George-Frédéric-Théophile Baillairgé, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death
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Canadian engineer
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Place of Birth: Quebec City, Quebec, Canada
About George-Frédéric-Théophile Baillairgé
- George-Frédéric-Théophile Baillairgé (16 October 1824 – 7 December 1909) was from a family that traced its distinguished roots in Lower Canada to Jean Baillairgé.
- He had a good education, was fluently bilingual and then studied law for a year before deciding on a different career path.
- Frédéric became a civil servant in 1844, taking a drafting position with the Board of Works, working as an assistant to Frederick Preston Rubidge.
- He was to be in public works for 46 years.
- He quickly became a land surveyor and took on translation responsibilities.
- He wrote extensively for this position, compiling important details of public works history. As his engineering career progressed he was involved in numerous and diverse public works projects including a number designed by his brother, Charles. His career is a testament to his technical expertise and the importance of public works in building the prosperity of the country during that era.
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