Wilfrid Laurier

Politician

Birthday November 20, 1841

Birth Sign Scorpio

Birthplace Canada

DEATH DATE Feb 17, 1919 (77)

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About

Liberal politician who was the 7th Prime Minister of Canada between 1896 and 1911. He is the fourth-longest serving Prime Minister in Canadian history and he served in the House of Commons for nearly 45 years.

Before Fame

He earned a law degree from McGill University.

Trivia

His life and accomplishments are honored on Sir WIlfrid Laurier Day on November 20th every year.

Family Life

He and his wife Zoe Lafontaine did not have any children.

Associated With

He succeeded Charles Tupper as Prime Minister of Canada in 1896.