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Harry Jackman

1900 – 1979

Canadian politician

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Lived 1900 – 1979 (aged 79). Harry Jackman was a Canadian politician, manager and lawyer.

Henry Rutherford "Harry" Jackman, (November 5, 1900 – November 22, 1979) was a Canadian politician and successful entrepreneur. In 1973, he was made an Officer of the Order of Canada.

Life and career Jackman represented the electoral district of Rosedale in the House of Commons of Canada from 1940 to 1949. He was first elected in 1940 as a member of Robert Manion's World War II National Government caucus (which, despite the name, formed the Official Opposition in the House of Commons) after wresting his party's nomination from Conservative incumbent Harry Gladstone Clarke. Jackman was re-elected in 1945 as a Progressive Conservative. He ran again in 1949 but was defeated.

In business, Jackman built the Empire Life group of financial service companies during the Great Depression.

Marriage and children In 1930, Jackman married Mary Coyne Rowell (1904–1994), daughter of Canadian lawyer and politician Newton Rowell. Together, they had four children – Henry (Hal), Frederic (Eric), Edward and Nancy.

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Important facts

Birth century
Nationality
Positions held
Member of the House of Commons of Canada
Awards
Officer of the Order of Canada
Also known as
Henry Rutherford Jackman

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Harry Jackman?

Canadian politician (1900-1979)

When was Harry Jackman born?

Harry Jackman was born on 5 November 1900 in Toronto.

When did Harry Jackman die?

Harry Jackman died on 22 November 1979.

What was Harry Jackman's occupation?

Harry Jackman was a politician, manager and lawyer.

What nationality was Harry Jackman?

Harry Jackman was Canadian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Harry Jackman

· Wikidata: Q5669992

· DBpedia: Harry Jackman

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