About William Henry Lee
Lived 1799 – 1878 (aged 79). William Henry Lee was a British civil servant.
William Henry Lee (June 26, 1799 – September 11, 1878) was a Canadian civil servant and the first Clerk of the Privy Council of Canada.
Born in Trois-Rivières, Lower Canada (now Quebec), he was educated in Montreal. In 1821, he became an extra clerk for the Executive Council of Upper Canada. From 1867 to 1872, he was the clerk of the Privy Council. Being the first Clerk of the Privy Council, he was a Father of Confederation.
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Who was William Henry Lee?
Canadian privy counciller (1799–1878)
When was William Henry Lee born?
William Henry Lee was born on 26 June 1799 in Trois-Rivières.
When did William Henry Lee die?
William Henry Lee died on 11 September 1878 in Ottawa.
What was William Henry Lee's occupation?
William Henry Lee was a civil servant.
What nationality was William Henry Lee?
William Henry Lee was British.
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