John Mowat
Scottish-born politician and college administrator in Ontario, Canada
About John Mowat
Lived 1791 – 1860 (aged 68).
John Oliver Mowat (May 12, 1791 – February 4, 1860) was a Scottish-born soldier, merchant, politician and educator.
In 1829, he was among those who were able to convince Reverend John Cruikshank to open a school in Kingston. Mowat was instrumental in founding Queen's College, later Queen's University, and served on its first board of trustees. He also helped oversee student housing for the college. His son John Bower Mowat was one of its first students.
His son Sir Oliver Mowat later served as premier of Ontario. His son John Bower Mowat served on the faculty for Queen's. His great-great grandson is author Farley Mowat.
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Who was John Mowat?
Scottish-born politician and college administrator in Ontario, Canada (1791-1860)
When was John Mowat born?
John Mowat was born on 12 May 1791.
When did John Mowat die?
John Mowat died on 4 February 1860.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Mowat (college administrator)
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