About Alexander Gunn
Lived 1828 – 1907 (aged 78). Alexander Gunn was a Canadian and Scottish politician and grocery.
Alexander Gunn (October 5, 1828 – September 26, 1907) was a Scottish grocery wholesaler who immigrated to Canada and was elected to the House of Commons of Canada in the 1878 election defeating incumbent Leader of the Opposition Sir John A. Macdonald. He was re-elected in 1882 then lost in 1887 and again in 1891 to Macdonald.
In 1864, he married Angelique Agnes Matthews, daughter of Robert Matthews and Angelique Valliere of Quebec. They had four sons and two daughters, their descendants include various Canadian and British military and diplomatic figures.
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Who was Alexander Gunn?
Canadian politician (1828-1907)
When was Alexander Gunn born?
Alexander Gunn was born on 5 October 1828 in Caithness, Scotland.
When did Alexander Gunn die?
Alexander Gunn died on 26 September 1907.
What was Alexander Gunn's occupation?
Alexander Gunn was a politician and grocery.
What nationality was Alexander Gunn?
Alexander Gunn was Canadian and Scottish.
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· DBpedia: Alexander Gunn (politician)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Alexander Gunn. https://biography.guide/alexander-gunn/
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