About George Van Roggen
Lived 1921 – 1992 (aged 70). George Van Roggen was a Canadian lawyer and politician.
George Clifford Van Roggen (July 22, 1921 – June 8, 1992) was a Canadian Senator and a longtime advocate of free trade with the United States.
Background Van Roggen was born in Vancouver, British Columbia. After graduating in law from the University of British Columbia, Van Roggen went to Whitehorse, Yukon in 1949 becoming the town's only practicing lawyer. He later became future Conservative MP Eric Nielsen's law partner. specializing in corporate real estate.
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Who was George Van Roggen?
Canadian politician
When was George Van Roggen born?
George Van Roggen was born on 22 July 1921.
When did George Van Roggen die?
George Van Roggen died on 8 June 1992.
What was George Van Roggen's occupation?
George Van Roggen was a lawyer and politician.
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George Van Roggen was Canadian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). George Van Roggen. https://biography.guide/george-van-roggen/
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