A history of proprietary governors in Newfoundland which began in 1610, with the appointment of its first governor, John Guy and ended in 1728 with the appointment of the first naval governor.

Newfoundland and Labrador experienced numerous social changes involving health, education, population, etc. during the period of naval government.

The Roman Catholic religious orders and their influence on education in Newfoundland during the 18th and 19th centuries.