# William MacTavish

> William Mactavish was a Scottish Hudson's Bay Company clerk, accountant, and chief trader. He was also the 21st Hereditary Chief of Clan MacTavish. Mainly known for his dual-position as Governor of Assiniboia, and Governor of Rupert's Land, he played a major role in the development of Western Canada. Mactavish is frequently criticized for his role in the Red River Rebellion.

*Scottish civil servant (1815-1870)*

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## Identity
- **Born:** 1815-03-29
- **Died:** 1870-07-23
- **Status:** deceased
- **Gender:** male

## Fame
- **Popularity score:** 36.6 / 100
- **Momentum:** 1.9 / 100  (trend: STABLE)
- **Historical depth:** 5.3 / 100
- **Attention shift:** 10.4 / 100
- **Source confidence:** 35.0 / 100
- **Profile completeness:** 40.0 / 100

## Sources
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