
1829 – Born on June 5th in Dufftown, Banffshire, Scotland. Canadian financier and railroad builder.
1850 – He emigrated to Canada and became a manufacturer.
1876 – Was president of the Bank of Montreal.
1881-1888 – With his cousin, Lord Strathcona, and others, including James J. Hill, he helped to construct the Canadian Pacific Railway, lending to the project his considerable skill in finance.
– In recognition of his achievements, he was created a baronet.
– He was president of the railroad.
1891 – Raised to the peerage as Baron Mount Stephen.
1905 – He became Knight Grand Cross of the Royal Victorian Order.
1921 – Died on November 29th.