Lester B. Pearson

Politician

Birthday April 23, 1897

Birth Sign Taurus

Birthplace Canada

DEATH DATE Dec 27, 1972 (75)

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About

Prime Minister of Canada from 1963 to 1968 who won the Nobel Prize for Peace for organizing a response to the Suez Crisis. He actively opposed the Vietnam War and helped keep Canada a non-belligerent country during the crisis.

Before Fame

He served in the medical corps early in World War I, then trained as a pilot.

Trivia

His government introduced initiatives that remained in place in Canada, including universal health care and a national pension plan.

Family Life

His wife Maryon was known for her sharp tongue and humorous public statements.

Associated With

Stephen Harper also served as Prime Minister of Canada.