About Peter Brown
Lived 1790 – 1845 (aged 54–55). Peter Brown was a Canadian politician.
Peter Brown (ca. 1797 – December 28, 1845 in Harbour Grace, Newfoundland) was a merchant, politician and justice of the peace was elected to the House of Assembly representing the district of Conception Bay on the first general election held in Newfoundland in 1832.
Brown, born in Ireland immigrated to Newfoundland where he was a dealer and shopkeeper in the Conception Bay area. He was a strong supporter of John Kent and remained in politics until 1842.
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Who was Peter Brown?
Newfoundland politician, merchant and justice of the peace
When was Peter Brown born?
Peter Brown was born in 1790.
When did Peter Brown die?
Peter Brown died on 28 December 1845.
What was Peter Brown's occupation?
Peter Brown was a politician.
What nationality was Peter Brown?
Peter Brown was Canadian.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Peter Brown (Newfoundland politician)
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