About J. Sinclair Brown
Lived 1880 – 1965 (aged 84). J. Sinclair Brown was an American politician.
John Sinclair Brown (September 30, 1880 – January 15, 1965) was a Virginia politician. He represented Roanoke County in the Virginia House of Delegates, and served as that body's Speaker from 1930 until 1936.
Brown Library, built in 1969, is the main academic library at Virginia Western Community College in Roanoke, Virginia and was named for Colonel Brown in recognition of his service to the Roanoke Valley community.
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Who was J. Sinclair Brown?
American politician
When was J. Sinclair Brown born?
J. Sinclair Brown was born on 30 September 1880 in United States, Virginia, Warm Springs, Virginia.
When did J. Sinclair Brown die?
J. Sinclair Brown died on 15 January 1965 in Salem.
What was J. Sinclair Brown's occupation?
J. Sinclair Brown was a politician.
What nationality was J. Sinclair Brown?
J. Sinclair Brown was American.
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