Samuel Campbell (doctor)

Samuel Campbell was the ship's surgeon on HMS Plumper from 1857 to 1861. He is thought to be the namesake of Campbell Island as well as the Campbell River on Vancouver Island. The Campbell River is, additionally, the namesake of the City of Campbell River.

References

  • "Campbell River (City)". BC Geographical Names. Government of British Columbia – B.C. Geographical Names Office (BCGNO).
  • "Campbell Island (Island)". BC Geographical Names. Government of British Columbia – B.C. Geographical Names Office (BCGNO).

Further reading

  • Meade, Edward F. (1980). The Biography of Dr. Samuel Campbell, R.N. including The Naming and Early History of Campbell River. Campbell River, B.C.: [s.n.] OCLC 15907698.
  • "Dr. Samuel Campbell". Museum at Campbell River. 28 January 2018. Retrieved 18 May 2026.


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