About Robert McLeese
Lived 1828 – 1898 (aged 69). Robert McLeese was a Canadian politician.
Robert McLeese (June 28, 1828 – March 27, 1898) was an Irish-born and political figure in British Columbia. He represented Cariboo in the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia from 1882 to 1888.
He was born near Coleraine in 1828, McLeese ran unsuccessfully for a seat in the assembly in an 1879 by-election held following the death of John Evans. He resigned his seat in the assembly in 1888 to run unsuccessfully for a seat in the House of Commons of Canada. McLeese died in Soda Creek in 1898; his death record states his age as 69.
McLeese Lake, originally named Mud Lake, was renamed in his honour; the community of the same name was named because of the lake.
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Who was Robert McLeese?
Canadian politician (1828-1898)
When was Robert McLeese born?
Robert McLeese was born on 28 June 1828 in Coleraine, Ireland.
When did Robert McLeese die?
Robert McLeese died on 27 March 1898 in Soda Creek.
What was Robert McLeese's occupation?
Robert McLeese was a politician.
What nationality was Robert McLeese?
Robert McLeese was Canadian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Robert McLeese. https://biography.guide/robert-mcleese/
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