John Campbell
Scottish-born farmer and political figure in Upper Canada
About John Campbell
Lived 1789 – 1834 (aged 44–45). John Campbell was a Canadian politician and farmer.
John Campbell (1789 – August 9, 1834) was a Scottish-born farmer and political figure in Upper Canada. He represented Frontenac in the Legislative Assembly of Upper Canada from 1830 to 1834 as a Reformer.
He received a land grant in Upper Canada and lived in Kingston. Campbell served in the Royal Navy on Lake Erie during the War of 1812. He was commander of HMS Chippawa, was wounded and taken prisoner. Campbell served as justice of the peace for the Midland District. He died in Kingston.
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Who was John Campbell?
Scottish-born farmer and political figure in Upper Canada
When was John Campbell born?
John Campbell was born in 1789.
When did John Campbell die?
John Campbell died on 9 August 1834.
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John Campbell was a politician and farmer.
What nationality was John Campbell?
John Campbell was Canadian.
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