Charles Wickens

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Charles Wickens (1776 – May 20, 1847) was an English-born farmer, miller and political figure in Upper Canada. He represented Simcoe in the Legislative Assembly of Upper Canada from 1836 to 1841 as a Conservative. His name also appears as James Wickens in some sources.

Wickens served as a lieutenant for the Royal Waggon Train, later retiring on half-pay. He settled at Penatanguishene, later settling in Vespra Township. He was a justice of the peace for the Home District.

References

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  • Johnson, J.K. (1989). Becoming Prominent: Leadership in Upper Canada, 1791-1841. ISBN 0-7735-0641-1.



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