About William Cochran
Lived 1751 – 1820 (aged 68–69). William Cochran was a Canadian politician.
William Cochran (1751 – May 31, 1820) was an Irish-born merchant and political figure in Nova Scotia. He represented Halifax Township in the Nova Scotia House of Assembly from 1785 to 1816.
He was the son of Joseph Cochran and settled in Halifax. Cochran died 31 May 1820 in Truro, Nova Scotia.
His brother Thomas Cochran also served in the provincial assembly.
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Who was William Cochran?
Canadian politician
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William Cochran was born in 1751.
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William Cochran died on 31 May 1820.
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William Cochran was a politician.
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William Cochran was Canadian.
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· DBpedia: William Cochran (Nova Scotia politician)
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