Pierre-Joseph-Olivier Chauveau
Canadian lawyer and 1st Premier of Quebec
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A prominent lawyer and politician, served as the first Premier of Quebec from 1867 to 1873. Played a significant role in the early governance structures of the province following Confederation. Contributed to the establishment of the provincial government and the legal framework overseeing it. Engaged in advancing legal practices in Quebec and advocated for issues pertinent to the region's development during a transformational period in Canadian history.
Served as the first Premier of Quebec
Contributed to the establishment of Quebec's legal framework
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