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Jacques-Pierre Peminuit Paul

1800 – 1895

Grand Chief of the Mi'kmaq

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About Jacques-Pierre Peminuit Paul

Lived 1800 – 1895 (aged 95). Jacques-Pierre Peminuit Paul was a Canadian.

Jacques-Pierre Peminuit Paul was a Grand Chief of the Mi'kmaq who lived at Shubenacadie, Nova Scotia. He was most well known for his shamanic abilities.

On 15 September 1856, Paul was confirmed as grand chief by Archbishop William Walsh at St. Mary's Basilica (Halifax), receiving a medal from Pope Pius IX and a written endorsement from the Lt. Governor, Sir John Gaspard Le Marchant.

In 1879, Paul met with the Governor General of Canada, the Marquess of Lorne, in the Red Chamber, Province House, Halifax, Nova Scotia.

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Important facts

Born
5 January 1800, Bedford
Birth century
18th century
Died
10 January 1895, Shubenacadie
Nationality
Canada

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Jacques-Pierre Peminuit Paul?

Grand Chief of the Mi'kmaq

When was Jacques-Pierre Peminuit Paul born?

Jacques-Pierre Peminuit Paul was born on 5 January 1800 in Bedford.

When did Jacques-Pierre Peminuit Paul die?

Jacques-Pierre Peminuit Paul died on 10 January 1895 in Shubenacadie.

What nationality was Jacques-Pierre Peminuit Paul?

Jacques-Pierre Peminuit Paul was Canadian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Jacques-Pierre Peminuit Paul

· Wikidata: Q18164129

· DBpedia: Jacques-Pierre Peminuit Paul

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