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Bernard Rickart Hepburn

1876 – 1939

Canadian politician

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About Bernard Rickart Hepburn

Lived 1876 – 1939 (aged 62). Bernard Rickart Hepburn was a Canadian politician and businessperson.

Bernard Rickart Hepburn, CMG (May 27, 1876 – February 23, 1939) was born in Picton, Ontario.

The son of A.W. Hepburn and the former Miss McCuaig, he was educated in Picton and Port Hope. In 1901, he married Bertha E. Wright. Hepburn served overseas with the Canadian Forestry Corps during World War I, reaching the rank of brigadier general. A businessman, he became a Member of the House of Commons of Canada in 1911 as a Conservative representative for Prince Edward, before representing the Unionist for the same district upon the Conservative Party's merger with segments of the Liberal Party of Canada. He remained a member of the Commons until 1921.

Hepburn was president and general manager of the Ontario and Quebec Navigation Company. He was named a Companion in the Order of St Michael and St George in 1918. He died in London, England at the age of 62.

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Important facts

Birth century
Nationality
Positions held
Member of the House of Commons of Canada
Awards
Companion of the Order of St Michael and St George
Also known as
Brig.-Gen. Bernard Rickart Hepburn

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People whose lives overlapped Bernard Rickart Hepburn's

Frequently asked questions

Who was Bernard Rickart Hepburn?

Canadian politician

When was Bernard Rickart Hepburn born?

Bernard Rickart Hepburn was born on 27 May 1876.

When did Bernard Rickart Hepburn die?

Bernard Rickart Hepburn died on 23 February 1939.

What was Bernard Rickart Hepburn's occupation?

Bernard Rickart Hepburn was a politician and businessperson.

What nationality was Bernard Rickart Hepburn?

Bernard Rickart Hepburn was Canadian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Bernard Rickart Hepburn

· Wikidata: Q4893584

· DBpedia: Bernard Rickart Hepburn

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