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Robert Duncan Wilmot

1809 – 1891

Canadian politician

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About Robert Duncan Wilmot

Lived 1809 – 1891 (aged 81). Robert Duncan Wilmot was a Canadian politician, consignor and merchant.

Robert Duncan Wilmot, (16 October 1809 – 13 February 1891) was a Canadian politician and a Father of Confederation.

Early life and family Wilmot was born in Fredericton, New Brunswick on 16 October 1809. He was the son of John McNeil and Susanna (Susan) Harriet (born Wiggins) Wilmot. He moved to Saint John with his family at around the age of five, and there he was educated. In 1833 he married Susannah (Susan) Elizabeth Mowat of St Andrews. He is buried in Sunbury County Oromocto Anglican Church cemetery on Broad Road.

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Important facts

Birth century
Nationality
Positions held
Lieutenant Governor of New Brunswick, Speaker of the Senate, Mayor of Saint John, Member of the Senate of Canada
Awards
Person of National Historic Significance

Family & relationships

Child
Robert Duncan Wilmot Jr.

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Robert Duncan Wilmot?

Canadian politician (1809–1891)

When was Robert Duncan Wilmot born?

Robert Duncan Wilmot was born on 16 October 1809 in Fredericton, New Brunswick.

When did Robert Duncan Wilmot die?

Robert Duncan Wilmot died on 13 February 1891 in Sunbury County.

What was Robert Duncan Wilmot's occupation?

Robert Duncan Wilmot was a politician, consignor and merchant.

What nationality was Robert Duncan Wilmot?

Robert Duncan Wilmot was Canadian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Robert Duncan Wilmot

· Wikidata: Q1542244

· DBpedia: Robert Duncan Wilmot

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