About René Bégin
Lived 1912 – 1980 (aged 68). René Bégin was a Canadian politician and wholesaler.
René Bégin (July 2, 1912 – November 18, 1981) was a Canadian politician and wholesaler. He was elected to the House of Commons of Canada in the 1957 election as a Member of the Liberal Party for the riding of Quebec West. He lost the 1953 election as an Independent Liberal candidate and lost the elections of 1958 and 1962 as a Member of the Liberal Party. He was born in Quebec City, Quebec, Canada.
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Who was René Bégin?
Canadian politician (1912–1980)
When was René Bégin born?
René Bégin was born on 2 July 1912 in Quebec City.
When did René Bégin die?
René Bégin died on 18 November 1980 in Quebec City.
What was René Bégin's occupation?
René Bégin was a politician and wholesaler.
What nationality was René Bégin?
René Bégin was Canadian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). René Bégin. https://biography.guide/rene-begin/
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