​​Family Background of

Donald J. Beaudry Jr

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Donald J. Beaudry Jr. descends from a family distinguished by public service, legal acumen, and international diplomacy. His mother began her career in political leadership as President of the Young Republicans in Connecticut, later serving in the Governor’s Office. Her trajectory culminated in a candidacy for the United States Congress, reflecting a sustained and principled commitment to civic leadership and constitutional governance.

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His father, following honorable service in the United States Coast Guard, established a prominent legal career, initially as a criminal defense attorney. He later transitioned into international law, where he developed a specialized expertise in transnational contract negotiation and cross-border regulatory frameworks within the global energy sector. Over the course of his career, he held senior positions with major energy institutions, including the Libyan National Oil Company and Getty Oil.

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Notably, he played a critical leadership role in the development of Kazakhstan’s Karachaganak Field Project—one of the largest and most strategically significant oil and gas reserves in Central Asia. In the late 1990s, he facilitated the first-ever onshore petroleum agreements between the People’s Republic of China and Western energy conglomerates, including AGIP (Italy), Texaco, and British Petroleum. This landmark accord was formalized during a high-level signing ceremony in Beijing’s Forbidden City, attended by then-President Jiang Zemin. The agreement is widely recognized as a watershed moment in the evolution of global energy diplomacy and East-West industrial cooperation.

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The Beaudry Legacy

Civic Leadership and Frontier Enterprise

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Donald J. Beaudry Jr. comes from a legacy of prominent statesmen, frontier entrepreneurs, and industrial pioneers whose roles in 19th-century politics, commerce, and land development left a lasting impact on North America. His paternal ancestors—Jean-Louis, Prudent, and Victor Beaudry—were influential figures in both Canadian and American frontier history, contributing significantly to the growth of major cities, the expansion of infrastructure, and the advancement of mining and real estate across the continent.

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Jean-Louis Beaudry

Statesman of Montreal

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Jean-Louis Beaudry emerged as a prominent political reformer during a transformative period in Canadian history. As a founding member of the Société des Fils de la Liberté in 1837, he advocated for responsible government and greater democratic freedoms in Lower Canada. Following the failure of the Rebellion of 1837, Jean-Louis fled to New Orleans and later to Hartford, Connecticut, joining members of his extended family. After receiving amnesty in 1838, he returned to Montreal, where he resumed commercial activities and reentered public life.

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Jean-Louis went on to serve three terms as Mayor of Montreal, where he oversaw critical infrastructure expansion, transportation modernization, and civic planning. In 1861, he co-founded the Banque Jacques-Cartier, a foundational institution in Quebec's early financial system. The bank later merged into the Provincial Bank of Canada and eventually evolved into the modern National Bank of Canada, which, as of 2025, manages over $500 billion CAD in client assets and serves more than 2.4 million customers nationwide.

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Victor and Prudent Beaudry

Pioneers of the American West

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While Jean-Louis remained a key figure in Canadian civic life, his brothers Victor and Prudent Beaudry journeyed westward during the mid-19th-century gold and silver rushes, establishing themselves as integral contributors to the economic development of California and Nevada.

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Victor Beaudry played a foundational role in the rise of Cerro Gordo, a high-altitude mining settlement in the Inyo Mountains of eastern California. Initially establishing a supply store, he soon acquired major interests in several mining claims as repayment for debts. In partnership with engineer Mortimer Belshaw, he constructed advanced smelting facilities and introduced more efficient ore-processing infrastructure. Under his management, Cerro Gordo became California’s leading producer of silver and lead in the late 1860s, supplying growing markets in Los Angeles and beyond.

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Prudent Beaudry, operating in parallel to his civic leadership, expanded his portfolio through strategic investments in mining operations across California and Nevada. Among his most notable ventures was the acquisition and management of the Slate Range Gold and Silver Mining Company in San Bernardino County, California. He also maintained numerous partnerships with mining interests throughout Nevada, where his efforts contributed significantly to the region’s early economic development and industrial capacity.

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Together, Prudent and his brother Victor Beaudry frequently referred to Nevada as “The Silver State”—a term that reflected not only its geological abundance, but also the substantial wealth they generated through the extraction and trade of precious metals. Their success in mining, land acquisition, and infrastructure provisioning helped establish the Beaudry family as one of the wealthiest and most influential in North America during the 19th century.

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Prudent Beaudry:

Land, Infrastructure, and Civic Transformation

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Building on the success of his mining ventures, Prudent Beaudry became a central figure in the territorial and civic development of 19th-century Los Angeles. Through a series of strategic land acquisitions, he assembled extensive real estate holdings across what are now Downtown Los Angeles, Pasadena, Alhambra, and the area that would later become Anaheim. At the height of his enterprise, he was among the largest private landowners in Los Angeles County history, playing a foundational role in the region’s urban expansion and economic formation.

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As the 13th Mayor of Los Angeles (1874–1876), Beaudry directed several transformative public works initiatives, including the modernization of the city’s water infrastructure and early frameworks for municipal planning. His landmark real estate development—the Bellevue Terrace Tract—encompassed land that would later become home to the Los Angeles Central Library and the former Los Angeles State Normal School, a predecessor to UCLA. Today, Beaudry Avenue in Downtown Los Angeles stands as a lasting tribute to his vision and contributions to the city’s early civic architecture.

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Reflections from The Los Angeles Times

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Upon Prudent Beaudry’s passing in 1893, The Los Angeles Times published an extensive tribute recognizing his unmatched contributions to the city:

 

• "Prudent Beaudry has the record of having made, in different lines, five large fortunes."

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On his leadership and philanthropy, the paper noted:

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• "In his official capacity he was noted for his fearless honesty and his active advocacy of all measures looking for the benefit of the city. Only those who have lived in Los Angeles can form an idea of how great a debt the city owes to this unobtrusive, quietly energetic man. His wealth was always kept occupied in developing new enterprises, and thus was diffused among the poorer people. His philanthropy was of the best kind—he furnished work whereby a man could earn his livelihood."

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The Times concluded:

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• "One of the most visionary men in Los Angeles history."

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Legacy and Name Origins

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The surname Beaudry derives from Old French, signifying qualities of boldness and strength. The given name Donald is of Gaelic origin, meaning "world ruler" or "great chief," reflecting a lineage long associated with leadership and influence.

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The Beaudry family's origins can be traced to the Côte d’Azur in southern France, particularly the historical region of Occitania (formerly Languedoc), and to the principality of Monaco in the 13th century. Over subsequent generations, the family expanded north to Normandy before migrating to North America. By the 17th century, they had established roots in Montreal, Canada, and later in Connecticut, laying the foundation for a transcontinental legacy of political engagement, economic enterprise, and public service that continues to the present day.

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Historical Links

 

The Beaudry family helped shape North America through politics, business, land, and community building — from early banking and silver and gold mining to major land acquisitions that made Prudent Beaudry one of the largest landowners in Los Angeles County history. These links highlight both the achievements of past generations and the modern legacy carried forward today by Donald J. Beaudry Jr. and Kadek J. Beaudry.

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From pioneers of silver and gold mining, banking, and land acquisition in the 19th century to AI and global finance in the 21st — the Beaudry legacy spans generations.

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Prudent Beaudry 

Link 1   Link 2   Link 3   Link 4  Video

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Victor Beaudry

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Jean-Louis Beaudry

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Jacques-Cartier Bank

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Cerro-Gordo Mines

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Modern Legacy

 

BlkEdgeAi – Black Edge Artificial Intelligence
Founded by Donald & Kadek J. Beaudry Jr., BlkEdgeAi is a next-generation financial technology firm specializing in AI-driven hedge fund development, optimization services, and advanced projects with the U.S. Department of Defense.
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Governor 2026 – Donald J. Beaudry Jr.
Donald J. Beaudry Jr. is running for Governor of Nevada in 2026, bringing decades of global experience in finance, technology, and leadership into the public arena. His campaign focuses on building a stronger, more resilient future for Nevada.
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DAA – Deep Ancient Archaeology
Founded by Donald & Kadek J. Beaudry Jr., Deep Ancient Archaeology is a global research group dedicated to uncovering lost civilizations and exploring humanity’s earliest history through fieldwork and discovery.
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(Left) Mr & Mrs Donald J Beaudry Jr

​(Right) Donald Jr's Parents

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