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Frederick Davis Shaw

1909 – 1977

Canadian politician

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About Frederick Davis Shaw

Lived 1909 – 1977 (aged 68). Frederick Davis Shaw was a Canadian politician and teacher.

Frederick Davis Shaw (August 4, 1909 – December 9, 1977) was a Canadian politician who served in Parliament.

Shaw was first elected to the House of Commons of Canada in the 1940 federal election, in the electoral district of Red Deer under the banner of the Social Credit Party. He was re-elected in 1945, 1949, 1953 and 1957. In the 1958 election he was defeated by Progressive Conservative candidate Harris Rogers.

After his defeat Shaw moved to British Columbia, where he tried twice to re-enter Parliament. He stood as the Social Credit candidate in the federal elections of 1962 and 1963 in the electoral district of Okanagan Boundary against incumbent Progressive Conservative Member of Parliament David Vaughan Pugh. He was defeated both times.

"Jack" as he was known, was married to Eva. They had three sons, Douglas, Donald and Frederick Jr., and a daughter Patricia born on the day of Queen Elizabeth's coronation, June 2, 1953.

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Member of the House of Commons of Canada
Also known as
Jack Shaw

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Frederick Davis Shaw?

Canadian politician (1909-1977)

When was Frederick Davis Shaw born?

Frederick Davis Shaw was born on 4 August 1909 in Cardston.

When did Frederick Davis Shaw die?

Frederick Davis Shaw died on 9 December 1977.

What was Frederick Davis Shaw's occupation?

Frederick Davis Shaw was a politician and teacher.

What nationality was Frederick Davis Shaw?

Frederick Davis Shaw was Canadian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Frederick Davis Shaw

· Wikidata: Q5497640

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