Local History: King George Boulevard

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On this day in 1940, the Peace Arch Highway was renamed the King George VI Highway. Attending the ceremony was Premier Duff Pattullo and Elmer Johnston, president of both the BC Automobile Association and the Vancouver Tourist Association, along with Surrey Reeve J.V. Leyland.

“Scores of cars,” the Province reported, “lined the highway on both sides of the Peace Arch to witness the colourful opening ceremony.” [Source: Vancouver History]

Local History: King George Boulevard

In 2009, it was renamed King George Boulevard. Running from the Fraser River to the USA border. Here’s a quick look at the highway/boulevard over the years:

Whalley's Corner