David Lynd facts for kids

David Lynd (born around 1745 – died June 29, 1802) was an important landowner and political figure in Lower Canada. Lower Canada was an area that is now part of Quebec, Canada.

Lynd was born in Scotland around 1745. He moved to Quebec and started a career in government and law.

Early Career and Public Service

In 1767, David Lynd began working as an English clerk for the Court of Common Pleas in Quebec. A clerk is someone who keeps records and helps with official paperwork. He also worked as a register for the Vice Admiralty Court, which dealt with legal cases related to ships and the sea.

During the American Revolutionary War, from 1775 to 1776, Lynd served as a lieutenant in the local militia. A militia is a group of citizens who can be called upon to act as soldiers, especially in emergencies. He helped defend Quebec during the American invasion.

In 1777, he took on more legal roles, becoming a clerk of the peace and a clerk of the crown. From 1779 to 1792, he worked as a coroner for the Quebec District. A coroner is an official who investigates deaths that are sudden, unexpected, or unusual.

Land and Business Ventures

David Lynd was also involved in land ownership. In 1779, he and his brother John bought the rights to a piece of land called the fief of Sasseville. A fief was a large area of land granted by a king or lord in exchange for loyalty and service. By 1785, David Lynd became the sole owner of this land.

In 1789, Lynd worked with others to build a toll bridge over the Saint-Charles River. A toll bridge is a bridge where people pay a small fee to cross. This helped connect different parts of the area. He also owned several properties near the town of Quebec.

Political Life

David Lynd became a politician in 1792 when he was elected to the 1st Parliament of Lower Canada. He represented Quebec County. Being elected to Parliament meant he helped make laws and decisions for Lower Canada.

He continued his work in the legal system even while in Parliament. In 1794, he was named a prothonotary and register of the court for the Quebec District. A prothonotary is a chief clerk of a court. In 1795, he also became a clerk for the Court of General Sessions of the Peace.

David Lynd passed away in Quebec in 1802.