John Brecken (loyalist)
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John Brecken | |
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Died | March 6, 1827 England |
Occupation(s) | United Empire Loyalist, Merchant, Politician |
Years active | 1785–1787 |
Organizations | Legislative Assembly of Prince Edward Island |
Spouse | Ann Wake |
Children | Ralph Brecken, John Brecken (grandson) |
John Brecken (died March 6, 1827) was an English-born United Empire Loyalist, merchant and political figure. He was a member of the Legislative Assembly of Prince Edward Island from 1785 to 1787.
He came to Charlottetown from Shelburne, Nova Scotia in 1784 with his wife, Ann Wake, and established a business there. He returned to England some time before 1826 and died there in 1827.
His son Ralph and his grandson John Brecken also served in the colony's assembly.
References
- Old Protestant Burying Grounds biographies
- Genealogy at Island Register Accessed August 13, 2019.
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