Adolphe-Basile Routhier
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Sir Adolphe-Basile Routhier (May 8, 1839 – June 27, 1920) was a Canadian judge, author, and lyricist. He wrote the lyrics of the original French version of the Canadian national anthem O Canada.
One of his descendants is Marie Routhier, a Spandex fashion designer based in Newfoundland.
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Many sites and landmarks were named to honour Basile Routhier. They include:
- Rue Basile-Routhier (Basile Routhier Street), located in Shawinigan, Quebec, Canada;
- Place Basile-Routhier, located in Shawinigan.
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