Peter Clinch (politician)

Peter Clinch (1753 – July 31, 1816) was an Irish-born political figure in New Brunswick. He represented Charlotte in the Legislative Assembly of New Brunswick from 1785 to 1795.[1]

He was educated at Trinity College in Dublin and came to America before the American Revolution. Clinch served as a lieutenant in the Royal Fencible Americans during the revolution.[1] He settled in St. George, New Brunswick in 1783, receiving a land grant in Charlotte County in 1784.[2] Clinch became a magistrate and organized a militia company. He died at St. George.[1]

His son Patrick also represented Charlotte in the assembly.[1]

Clinch is considered a founding father of St. George.[2]

References

  1. 1 2 3 4 "Clinch, Peter". Irish Canadian Cultural Association of New Brunswick. Retrieved 2011-01-26.
  2. 1 2 "Historical Notes". Town of St. George, New Brunswick. Town of St. George. Retrieved 2011-01-26.
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