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Angus MacLean
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| 25th Premier of Prince Edward Island | |
| In office May 3, 1979 – November 17, 1981 |
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| Monarch | Elizabeth II |
| Lieutenant Governor | Gordon L. Bennett Joseph Aubin Doiron |
| Preceded by | W. Bennett Campbell |
| Succeeded by | James Lee |
| MLA (Assemblyman) for 4th Queens | |
| In office November 8, 1976 – September 27, 1982 |
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| Preceded by | Vernon MacIntyre |
| Succeeded by | Wilbur MacDonald |
| Leader of the Progressive Conservative Party of Prince Edward Island | |
| In office September 25, 1976 – November 7, 1981 |
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| Preceded by | Lloyd MacPhail (interim) |
| Succeeded by | James Lee |
| Member of Parliament for Malpeque |
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| In office June 25, 1968 – October 20, 1976 |
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| Preceded by | District created |
| Succeeded by | Don Wood |
| Member of Parliament for Queen's |
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| In office June 25, 1951 – June 25, 1968 |
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| Preceded by | James Lester Douglas |
| Succeeded by | District abolished |
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John Angus MacLean
May 15, 1914 Lewes, Prince Edward Island |
| Died | February 15, 2000 (aged 85) Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island |
| Political party | Progressive Conservative |
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Progressive Conservative Party of Prince Edward Island |
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Gwendolyn Esther Burwash
(m. 1952) |
| Children | 4 |
| Alma mater | Mount Allison University University of British Columbia |
| Cabinet | Federal: Ministers of Fisheries (1957–1963) Postmaster General (acting) (1962–1963) Provincial: Minister Responsible for Cultural Affairs (1979–1980) |
John Angus MacLean was an important Canadian politician and farmer from Prince Edward Island. He was born on May 15, 1914, and passed away on February 15, 2000. He served his country both in the military during World War II and later as a leader in government. He became the Premier of Prince Edward Island, which is like being the top leader of the province.
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Early Life and Education
Angus MacLean grew up on a farm in Lewes, Prince Edward Island. He was a very smart student and went to two universities. He studied science at both Mount Allison University and the University of British Columbia. After his studies, he returned to farming.
Serving in World War II
When World War II began, Angus MacLean decided to join the Royal Canadian Air Force. He served from 1939 to 1947. He became a Wing Commander, which is a high rank in the air force. During the war, his bomber plane was shot down. He managed to escape capture in enemy territory with the help of a brave group called the Comète escape-line.
Entering Federal Politics
After the war, MacLean returned to Prince Edward Island. He decided to get involved in politics. He ran for a seat in the House of Commons of Canada, which is part of Canada's national government. He ran as a candidate for the Progressive Conservative Party of Canada. He was not successful in his first two attempts in 1945 and 1949.
First Election to Parliament
In 1951, Angus MacLean was finally elected to Parliament in a special election. He kept his seat in Parliament for many years, until 1976. During this time, he served in the Cabinet under Prime Minister John Diefenbaker. From 1957 to 1963, he was the Minister of Fisheries, helping to manage Canada's important fishing industry.
Leading Prince Edward Island
In 1976, Angus MacLean was asked to leave federal politics and become the leader of the Progressive Conservative Party of Prince Edward Island. At that time, the party had been in opposition for ten years, meaning they were not in power. On November 8, 1976, he was elected to the provincial legislature in a special election.
Becoming Premier
MacLean led his party to victory in the 1979 election. He then became the Premier of Prince Edward Island. His government focused on protecting rural community life. They even made a rule against building new large shopping malls. They also started a special study to look at how land was being used and how to prevent too much development. His government also decided that Prince Edward Island would not take part in the Point Lepreau Nuclear Generating Station project in New Brunswick.
Retirement and Legacy
On August 17, 1981, Premier MacLean announced that he would step down once a new party leader was chosen. He officially retired as Premier on November 17, 1981, and James Lee took over. MacLean did not run in the next provincial election in 1982.
After leaving politics, he went back to his family farm. He started growing blueberries in a way that was gentle on the land. Angus MacLean was known for caring deeply about the land and rural communities. He was a Presbyterian and had Scottish roots. In 1991, he was given a special honour: he was made an Officer of the Order of Canada. This award recognizes Canadians who have made great contributions to the country.
Angus MacLean passed away in Charlottetown on February 15, 2000.
See Also
- Angus MacLean (British Columbia politician)
