John Parr (colonial governor)
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John Parr (20 December 1725, Dublin, Ireland – 25 November 1791, Halifax, Nova Scotia) was a British military officer and governor of Nova Scotia. He is buried in the crypt of St. Paul's Church.
Quick Facts Lieutenant-General, Governor of Nova Scotia ...
John Parr | |
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Governor of Nova Scotia | |
In office 1783–1791 | |
Monarch | George III |
Preceded by | Francis Legge |
Succeeded by | Edmund Fanning |
Personal details | |
Born | 20 December 1725 Dublin, Ireland |
Died | 25 November 1791(1791-11-25) (aged 65) Nova Scotia |
Resting place | Nova Scotia |
Military service | |
Allegiance | Kingdom of Great Britain |
Branch/service | British Army |
Years of service | 1730s–1776 |
Rank | Lieutenant General |
Commands | 20th Foot Royal Nova Scotia Volunteer Regiment |
Battles/wars | War of the Austrian Succession Seven Years' War |
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