Jean-Baptiste Proulx (politician), Date of Birth, Date of Death

Jean-Baptiste Proulx (politician)

Canadian politician

Date of Birth: 13-Jul-1793

Date of Death: 17-Jul-1856

Profession: politician

Nationality: Canada

Zodiac Sign: Cancer

Jean-Baptiste Proulx (July 13, 1793 – July 17, 1856) was a farmer and political figure in Lower Canada from Nicolet.
A veteran of the War of 1812, he served in the Legislative Assembly of Lower Canada from 1820 to 1830, and then as representative from Nicolet.
He supported the Ninety-Two Resolutions and tried to organize revolt, suffering arrest in 1838.
He was later released and returned to raising cattle, purchasing considerable land in Nicolet.