About John Bruce Young
Lived 1888 – 1952 (aged 63–64). John Bruce Young was a New Zealand police officer.
John Bruce Young (25 August 1888 – 28 December 1952) was a notable New Zealand baker, policeman, unionist and police commissioner. He was born in Kaiapoi, North Canterbury, New Zealand in 1888. He was Commissioner of Police from 4 April 1950. He died in office after a period of sickness.
In 1935, Young was awarded the King George V Silver Jubilee Medal.
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Who was John Bruce Young?
Baker, policeman, unionist, police commissioner
When was John Bruce Young born?
John Bruce Young was born in 1888.
When did John Bruce Young die?
John Bruce Young died in 1952.
What was John Bruce Young's occupation?
John Bruce Young was a police officer.
What nationality was John Bruce Young?
John Bruce Young was New Zealand.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Bruce Young (police officer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Bruce Young. https://biography.guide/john-bruce-young/
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