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September 26, 2019
Origin of “Canuck” (“Johnny Canuck”)

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"Miss Canada" is a representation of the nation of Canada, often illustrated with Uncle Sam (a representation of the United States) or illustrated with Johnny Canuck (a male…

December 5, 2008
Origin of “Canuck” (“Johnny Canuck”)

Origin of “Canuck” (“Johnny Canuck”) - summary

Entry in progress. More digitized Canadian material due in about a month. -- B.P. Wikipedia: Canuck"Canuck" is a slang term for Canadians. HistoryThe term was coined in the 19th century,…

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