George Barclay
Canadian minister
About George Barclay
Lived 1779 – 1857 (aged 77–78).
George Barclay ( 1779 – 10 August 1857) was a Baptist minister and farmer in Upper Canada.
Barclay was a vocal critic of the Family Compact and, more particularly, their policies. He lost his position of postmaster of Brougham after his loyalty was questioned following the rising of 1837. He was a prosperous farmer and relied on that economic endeavour for the rest of his life.
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Who was George Barclay?
Canadian minister
When was George Barclay born?
George Barclay was born in 1779.
When did George Barclay die?
George Barclay died on 10 August 1857.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: George Barclay (clergyman)
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