John Graves Simcoe
General and politician in Upper Canada
Born
February 25th, 1752
273 years ago
Died
October 26th, 1806
218 years ago — 54 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Canada
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Served as a British Army general and politician, holding the position of the first Lieutenant Governor of Upper Canada from 1791 to 1796. Pioneered the establishment of the legislative and judicial systems in the region. Advocated for the abolition of slavery in Upper Canada, leading to the passage of the Act Against Slavery in 1793. Initiated the development of infrastructure, including roads and settlements, that facilitated growth in the province. Contributed to military efforts in the American Revolutionary War and worked to secure Canadian territories for the British.
First Lieutenant Governor of Upper Canada
Advocated for the abolition of slavery
Established legislative and judicial systems
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