John Baird facts for kids

John Baird is a name shared by many interesting people throughout history! Because it's a common name, several notable individuals have been known as John Baird. This page will tell you about some of them, from athletes and politicians to inventors and military leaders.

Sports Stars Named John Baird

Many athletes have carried the name John Baird. Here are a few:

• John Baird (American football) was a talented American football player. He was even named an All-American, which means he was considered one of the best players in the country during his time.
• John Baird (Australian footballer) (born 1980) is an Australian rules footballer. This is a popular sport in Australia, known for its unique rules and fast-paced action.
• John Baird (cyclist) was a racing cyclist from New Zealand. He competed in cycling races, showing great speed and endurance.
• John Baird (footballer, born 1870) (1870–1905) was a Scottish footballer. He played the sport we call soccer today.
• John Baird (footballer, born 1985) is another Scottish footballer. He plays for a team called Forfar Athletic.
• John Campbell Baird (1856–1902) was also a Scottish footballer. It seems many John Bairds loved playing soccer!

Important People in Politics and Government

Several John Bairds have played important roles in politics and government:

• John Baird, Lord Newbyth (1620–1698) was a Scottish advocate, which is like a lawyer. He also served as a judge, a politician, and a diplomat, helping to manage relationships between countries.
• John Baird (Canadian politician) (born 1969) is a Canadian politician. He used to be a cabinet minister, which means he was a senior member of the government, helping to make important decisions for Canada.
• John Baird, 1st Viscount Stonehaven (1874–1941) had a very important job: he was the eighth Governor-General of Australia. This role is like a representative of the King or Queen in Australia.
• John Baird (Michigan politician) (1859–1934) was a politician in Michigan, USA. He served as a State Representative and a Senator, helping to create laws for his state.

British Members of Parliament

Some John Bairds have served as Members of Parliament (MPs) in Britain. An MP is a person elected by citizens to represent them in the country's main law-making body.

• Sir John Baird, 2nd Baronet (1686–1745) was a Scottish Member of Parliament for Edinburghshire.
• John Baird (North West Lanarkshire MP) (1852–1900) was a Member of Parliament from 1885 to 1886.
• John Baird (Wolverhampton MP) (1906–1965) was a British Labour Party Member of Parliament from 1945 to 1964.
• John George Alexander Baird (1854–1917) was a Member of Parliament for Glasgow Central.

Military Leaders Named John Baird

Some John Bairds have had careers in the military, serving their countries:

• John Baird (revolutionary) (1790–1820) was a Scottish commander. He was involved in a historical event known as the "Radical War" in 1820.
• John Baird (Royal Navy officer) (1832–1908) was a British Admiral in the Victorian era. Admirals are very high-ranking officers in the navy.
• John Baird (educator) (1795–1858) was an Irish-born British Army instructor. He helped train soldiers.
• John Baird (RAF officer) (born 1937) is a British physician, which means a doctor, and a retired Royal Air Force medical officer. He helped keep air force personnel healthy.

Other Notable John Bairds

Here are some other interesting people named John Baird who made their mark in different fields:

• John Washington Baird (1852–1923) was an American chess master. He was very skilled at playing chess, a game of strategy.
• John Baird was the founder of the Create a Comic Project. This project helps people learn how to make their own comics.
• John Logie Baird (1888–1946) was a Scottish engineer. He is famous for inventing the first working television system! Thanks to him, we can watch our favorite shows today.
• John Wallace Baird (1869–1919) was a Canadian psychologist. Psychologists study the human mind and behavior.
• John Baird I (1798–1859) was an architect in Glasgow, Scotland. Architects design buildings.