About Isaac Burpee
Lived 1825 – 1885 (aged 59). Isaac Burpee was a Canadian politician and businessperson.
Isaac Burpee, (November 28, 1825 – March 1, 1885) was a Canadian merchant, entrepreneur, and politician.
Born in Sheffield, New Brunswick, the son of Isaac Burpee and Phoebe Coban, he was elected as a Liberal to the House of Commons of Canada in 1872 representing the riding of City and County of St. John, New Brunswick. He was the Minister of Customs and Minister of Agriculture (Acting). He served until his death in 1885.
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Who was Isaac Burpee?
Canadian politician (1825-1885)
When was Isaac Burpee born?
Isaac Burpee was born on 28 November 1825 in Sheffield.
When did Isaac Burpee die?
Isaac Burpee died on 1 March 1885 in New York City.
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Isaac Burpee was a politician and businessperson.
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Isaac Burpee was Canadian.
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