Today in Canada’s Political History: Sir John Young, Lord Lisgar, becomes Governor GeneralThe name of Canada’s second Governor General was announced on this date in 1868. Sir John Young, Baron Lisgar, born in India, had served as a MP at Westminster, at Treasury and as Chief Secretary for Ireland.As a British colonial administrator, Young had been posted to the Ionian Islands and New South Wales before taking up his duties in Ottawa. Lord Lisgar served at Rideau between 1869 and 1872 and was cross-appointed to represent Britain on Prince Edward Island as well.Upon completion of his term in Canada, Lisgar returned home to Ireland and passed into history in 1876.Sir John A. Macdonald said that Lisgar was one of the most talented British officials he ever dealt with. A resident of Kingston, Ontario, Milnes serves as the in-house historian at the 175 year-old Frontenac Club Hotel. The views, opinions and analyses expressed in the articles on National Newswatch are those of the contributor(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the publishers.

Source: CBC News December 29, 2022 23:48 UTC