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Askin, John Baptist

John Baptist Askin (Apr 10, 1788 – Nov 14, 1869) — militia officer and office-holder; fought in the War of 1812 (Michilimackinac, Frenchtown), served as interpreter, raised volunteers during the 1837–38 rebellions and was promoted colonel; respected figure in London, Ont.

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By mikewoodcock

President of Victoria Branch of United Empire Loyalist Association of Canada. Member of Victoria Geneological Society and Victoria Old Cemeteries Society.

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