Alexander Macdonell of Greenfield

Alexander MacDonell of Greenfield (20 November 1782 – 23 February 1835)[1] was from a prominent family in Upper Canada. He was the sixth son of Alexander MacDonell of Greenfield and Janet Macdonell of Aberchalder (a sister of John Macdonell of Aberchalder and niece of Sir Hugh MacDonnell). He was also the cousin and brother-in-law of Miles MacDonell.

Alexander worked as a fur trader and became a partner of the North West Company prior to become a political figure in Upper Canada. He served in the 8th Parliament of Upper Canada in the riding of Glengarry and in the 12th Parliament in the riding of Prescott.

Another Alexander Macdonell also served in the riding of Glengarry during several parliaments, including the 6th Parliament; he succeeded Alexander MacDonell of Greenfield's brother, John MacDonell.

In 1822 Alexander became the Sheriff of the Ottawa District, a position he held until his death in 1835.

Through his daughter Margaret he is a great-great grandfather of Metis Elder George R. D. Goulet [2].

References

  1. ↑ Halpenny, Francess G. Dictionary of Canadian Biography Volume VI, 1821-1835. University of Toronto Press, Les Presses de l'université Laval. pp. 445–6. ISBN 0-8020-3436-5.
  2. ↑ Ancestors of George R. D. Goulet. The Saint Boniface Historical Society, 1991. p. 18.


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