James Murray (Governor of Quebec)

James Murray was a British military officer and colonial administrator who served as the first civilian Governor of Quebec from 1763 to 1766, following Britain’s conquest of New France. He was responsible for establishing British administration and policies in Quebec, helping to transition the colony from French to British control. Murray aimed to respect existing French laws and customs while integrating the colony into the British Empire. His leadership laid the groundwork for Quebec’s development under British rule, balancing European influences and local interests during a pivotal period in Canadian history.