About John Alexander Buchanan
Lived 1887 – 1976 (aged 89). John Alexander Buchanan was a Canadian politician and civil engineer.
John Alexander Buchanan (March 4, 1887 – May 9, 1976) was a Canadian politician and civil engineer. Background Buchanan was appointed to the Senate of Canada on January 15, 1959 on the advice of John Diefenbaker. He retired from the Senate on October 2, 1965.
Bear Creek a tributary flowing into the Peace River was formally renamed Buchanan Creek in his honor.
His stepson, Robert George Mason was the father of Brian Mason, leader of the Alberta New Democratic Party from 2004 to 2014.
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Who was John Alexander Buchanan?
Canadian politician (1887-1976)
When was John Alexander Buchanan born?
John Alexander Buchanan was born on 4 March 1887 in Lakeshore.
When did John Alexander Buchanan die?
John Alexander Buchanan died on 9 May 1976 in Edmonton.
What was John Alexander Buchanan's occupation?
John Alexander Buchanan was a politician and civil engineer.
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John Alexander Buchanan was Canadian.
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