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Founding of the Quebec Gazette

When
June 21, 1764
Where
Quebec City
Part of
Establishment of the Quebec Gazette

William Brown launched the English-language Quebec Gazette in Quebec City on June 21, 1764.

The publication began on June 21, 1764, as the Quebec Gazette. It was founded by William Brown and operated from Quebec City. This date marks the start of the oldest running newspaper in North America.

Sources

  1. Quebec Chronicle-Telegraph Wikipedia, revision of 2026-06-06

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