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Charles Lightfoot Roman

1889 – 1961

Canadian surgeon, author, researcher and pioneer in field of industrial medicine

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About Charles Lightfoot Roman

Lived 1889 – 1961 (aged 72). Charles Lightfoot Roman was a Canadian surgeon.

Charles Lightfoot Roman (May 19, 1889 – June 8, 1961) was a Canadian surgeon, author and researcher. He was also one of the first Black Canadians to graduate from McGill University's Faculty of Medicine.

Early life The grandson of a fugitive slave who went from Maryland to Canada via the Underground Railroad, Roman was born in Port Elgin, Ontario, to parents James Roman and Fannie Lightfoot Roman. He married Jessie Sedgewick Christmas Day 1920 and moved to Valleyfield, Quebec.

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Important facts

Born
19 May 1889, Port Elgin
Birth century
19th century
Died
8 June 1961, Salaberry-de-Valleyfield
Occupation
Surgeon
Nationality
Canada
Education
McGill University

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Charles Lightfoot Roman?

Canadian surgeon, author, researcher and pioneer in field of industrial medicine (1889–1961)

When was Charles Lightfoot Roman born?

Charles Lightfoot Roman was born on 19 May 1889 in Port Elgin.

When did Charles Lightfoot Roman die?

Charles Lightfoot Roman died on 8 June 1961 in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield.

What was Charles Lightfoot Roman's occupation?

Charles Lightfoot Roman was a surgeon.

What nationality was Charles Lightfoot Roman?

Charles Lightfoot Roman was Canadian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Charles Lightfoot Roman

· Wikidata: Q112712667

· DBpedia: Charles Lightfoot Roman

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