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Sir John Joseph Caldwell Abbott 1821-93, Canadian political leader. He was a graduate of McGill College, where he served on the law faculty (1853-80). He served in the Canadian House of Commons (1860-74; 1880-87) before his appointment to the Senate in 1887. As prime minister (1891-92), Abbott headed a Conservative administration. He is best remembered for being the first Canadian-born prime minister.

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Abbott, Sir John (Joseph Caldwell)

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Abbott, Sir John (Joseph Caldwell) (1821–93) Canadian politician, Conservative Prime Minister of Canada (1891–92). Abbott was a compromise choice as Prime Minister after the death of Sir John MACDONALD, but resigned the following year due to ill health.

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