David Johnston facts for kids

David Johnston or Dave Johnston is a name shared by many different people. Because it's a common name, it can sometimes be confusing! This page helps you learn about some of the famous people named David Johnston.

People in Politics

Many people named David Johnston have worked in politics, helping to lead countries and make important decisions.

Canadian Leaders

• David Johnston (governor general) (born 1941) was the Governor General of Canada. The Governor General is the King's representative in Canada and has important duties like signing laws and giving awards.

Australian Politicians

• David Johnston (Australian politician) (born 1956) is an Australian politician. He was a Senator, which is like a member of parliament, and also served as the Defence Minister, helping to oversee Australia's military.

British Politicians

• David Johnston (British politician) (born 1981) is a politician from the United Kingdom. He works in the British Parliament, helping to represent his local area.

U.S. Congressmen

• David Emmons Johnston (1845–1917) was a U.S. Congressman. He served in the United States Congress, which is where laws are made for the country.

Scottish Politicians

• David Russell Johnston (1932–2008) was a Scottish politician. He was involved in politics in Scotland.

Sports Stars

Several David Johnstons have been athletes, playing different sports at a high level.

Footballers

• David Johnston (Australian footballer) (born 1969) is a former Australian rules footballer. This is a popular sport in Australia.
• Davie Johnston (footballer, born 1942) (1942–2004) was a Scottish footballer. He played for famous teams like Heart of Midlothian FC and Aberdeen FC.
• Davie Johnston (footballer, born 1948) is another Scottish footballer. He played for Dundee FC.
• David Johnston (rugby union, born 1958) is a Scottish rugby player and coach. He also played football for Heart of Midlothian FC.

Cricketers

• David Johnston (English cricketer) (born 1943) is a former English cricketer. Cricket is a bat-and-ball game popular in many countries.
• David Johnston (South Australia cricketer) (born 1954) is an Australian cricketer.
• David Johnston (New South Wales cricketer) (born 1955) is another Australian cricketer.

Rugby Players

• David Johnston (rugby union, born 1994) is an Irish rugby player. Rugby is a team sport similar to American football.

All-Round Sportsmen

• D. T. Johnston (1889–1953) was an Australian sportsman. He was good at many sports and was also involved in local politics.

Other Notable People

David Johnston is also the name of people who have excelled in other fields, from science to music.

Religious Figures

• David Johnston (minister) (1734–1824) was a Church of Scotland minister. He served his community in Leith, Scotland.

Musicians

• Dave Johnston (musician) is an American banjo player. He is known for playing in the band Yonder Mountain String Band.

News Reporters

• David Johnston (newsreader) (born 1941) is a former Australian newsreader. He delivered the news on television.

Scientists

• David A. Johnston (1949–1980) was a volcanologist. This is a scientist who studies volcanoes. He was studying Mount St. Helens when it erupted in 1980.

Journalists

• David Cay Johnston (born 1948) is an investigative journalist. He is known for looking deeply into important topics and reporting on them.

Artists

• David Claypoole Johnston (1799–1865) was an American artist. He was a cartoonist, printmaker, painter, and even an actor.
• David Jhave Johnston is a Canadian poet and artist. He creates poetry, videos, and motion graphics.

Military and Legal Experts

• David Johnston (admiral) (born 1962) is a senior officer in the Royal Australian Navy. An admiral is a very high rank in the navy.
• David Eric Lothian Johnston (born 1961) is a Scottish legal expert. He works with laws and legal matters.

Historical Figures

• David Johnston (merchant) (1724–1809) was an American merchant and politician. He was involved in trade and government in early America.
• David Johnston (soldier) (1838–1931) was an American soldier. He received the Medal of Honor, which is a very brave award for military service.

See also

• David Johnson (disambiguation)