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James McNabb

1776 – 1820

Canadian politician

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About James McNabb

Lived 1776 – 1820 (aged 43–44). James McNabb was a Canadian.

See also James MacNabb James McNabb (c. 1776 – April 5, 1820) was a businessman and political figure in Upper Canada.

He was born in Vermont about 1775. His father joined a loyalist regiment there in 1777 as a surgeon. He came to Quebec with his father and settled at Newark (Niagara-on-the-Lake) in 1796. He later moved to York (Toronto) and then Thurlow (Belleville) in 1800. In 1804, he built a sawmill and grist mill on Meyer's Creek (Moira River).

In 1808, he became a justice of the peace in the Midland District and, later than same year, was elected to the 5th Parliament of Upper Canada representing Hastings & Ameliasburgh Township.

During the War of 1812, he provided transport and supplies for the garrison at Kingston. After the war, he persuaded Lieutenant Governor Francis Gore to establish the new town of Belleville. In 1815, his right leg had to be amputated following an accident. In 1816, he was re-elected in Hastings & Ameliasburg. He died in 1820 while travelling between York and Belleville.

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Born
1776
Birth century
Died
1820
Nationality
Positions held
Member of the Legislative Assembly of Upper Canada

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Frequently asked questions

Who was James McNabb?

Canadian politician

When was James McNabb born?

James McNabb was born in 1776.

When did James McNabb die?

James McNabb died in 1820.

What nationality was James McNabb?

James McNabb was Canadian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: James McNabb

· Wikidata: Q16857996

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