with other subjects.

In 1954, Father Bolger decided to further his studies once more. He attended the University of Toronto where he received his MA and Ph.D. in History, and during the summers, 1954 — 1960, Father served as a chaplain in the Royal Canadian Air Force Reserve in Canada and abroad. During his final year of study, 1958 — 1959, Father was the recipient of a Canada Council Award to pursue studies in History in England.

Upon returning to the Island, Father Bolger resumed teaching History at St. Dunstan's and was appointed as chairman of the History Department, a position he was to hold for some ten years. In the year 1969, St. Dunstan's University amalgamated with Prince of Wales College to become a strong and diverse university which became known as the University of Prince Edward Island, and Father continued to teach History and serve as chairman to the Department. Father Bolger contin- ues to teach at the University and is extremely well—liked by the large numbers of students who enjoy his Canadian and Island History classes.

In addition to teaching, Father is also well known as an historian. He has served in many capacities as historian including member of the Canadian Historical Association, member and one—time president of the Canadian Catholic Historical Association, Director of the RBI Committee on the Restoration of Province House, U.P.E.I.'s representa— tive on the Public Documents Committee of the RBI. Public Archives (1979- ) and is currently serving his 15th year as the Island representative on the Historic Sites and Monuments Board of Canada.

Father Bolger has also served on numerous associations and soci- eties throughout the Island. In 1974, he was the recipient of the "Islander of the Year" Award, and he has received several awards for his excellence in teaching. Father has also been involved in various radio and television programs and has delighted numerous audiences, throughout the years, by speaking at various functions.

Father is well-known as an expert on Island history; and also on the subject of L.M. Montgomery — the famed author of Anne of Green Gables. As a result of his diligent work in these areas, he has a number of books and journal articles to his credit. His first book, "Prince Edward Island and Confederation" was published in 1964. Later he published "Canada's Smallest Province" (1973), "The Years Before Anne" (1974), "My Dear Mr. M. — Letters of L.M. Montgomery to G.B. MacMillan" (1980), "Spirit of Place" (1982), and "Memories of the Old Home Place" (1984). Father Bolger is currently doing research on Bishop Angus

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