John MacLean facts for kids

"John MacLean" or "John Maclean" is a name shared by many interesting people throughout history and today. From musicians and film directors to athletes and politicians, many individuals have made their mark with this name. Let's explore some of them!

People Named John MacLean

In Arts and Entertainment

• The Juan MacLean is the stage name of an American musician named John MacLean. He used to be part of a band called Six Finger Satellite.
• John Maclean (film director) is a Scottish film director and screenwriter. He was also a musician in a band called The Beta Band.
• Sir John MacLean (historian) (1811–1895) was a British civil servant and author. He wrote many books about history.
• John Maclean (photographer) is a British photographer known for his unique art.
• John Bayne Maclean (1862–1950) was a Canadian publisher. He helped create many books and magazines.
• John N. Maclean (born 1943) is an author. He wrote a famous book called Fire on the Mountain, which tells a true story about a big fire.

In Politics

• John MacLean (Manitoba politician) (1929–1987) was a Canadian Member of Parliament. This means he was elected to help make laws for Canada.
• John Maclean (Scottish socialist) (1879–1923) was an important Scottish political figure. He worked to improve life for working people.
• John Duncan MacLean (1873–1948) was a former Premier of the Canadian province of British Columbia. A Premier is like a governor or leader of a province.
• Sir John Maclean, 1st Baronet (1604–1666) was a Scottish naval officer and merchant. He moved to Sweden and changed his name to John Hans Makeléer.
• Sir John Maclean, 4th Baronet (1670–1716) was a Scottish noble. He was the 20th Clan Chief of Clan Maclean. A Clan Chief is the leader of a Scottish family group.
• John Dubh Maclean, 4th Chief of Clan MacLean lived in the 14th century. He was also a leader of the Maclean family.
• John Dubh Maclean, 1st Laird of Morvern lived in the 16th century. He started new branches of the Maclean family in different areas.
• John Garbh Maclean, 1st Laird of Coll (1668–1756) was a leader of the Macleans of Coll, an island in Scotland.
• John Garbh Maclean, 7th Laird of Coll was a Scottish official in the 17th century.
• John MacLean (honorary sheriff) (1860–1940) was a pioneer and sheriff in Chile. A sheriff helps keep the peace and enforce laws.

In Sports

• John Maclean (Australian cricketer) (born 1946) is a famous Australian cricketer. Cricket is a popular bat-and-ball game.
• John MacLean (English cricketer) (1901–1986) was an English cricketer.
• John MacLean (ice hockey) (born 1964) is a well-known ice hockey player and coach. He played in the National Hockey League (NHL).
• John MacLean (sportscaster) (1921–1973) was a Major League Baseball announcer. He described baseball games for fans.
• John Maclean (sportsperson) (born 1966) is an Australian triathlete, rower, and motivational speaker. He competes in triathlons, which combine swimming, cycling, and running.

Other Notable People

• John Maclean Jr. (1800–1886) was the president of Princeton University. He led this famous university for many years.
• John Patterson MacLean (1848–1939) was an American minister, archaeologist, and historian. He studied ancient cultures and wrote about history.
• John Maclean (pastor) (1851–1928) was a Canadian pastor and writer. He wrote about the history and culture of American-Indians.

See also

• John McClane, a fictional character played by Bruce Willis in the 1988 film Die Hard
• John McLean (disambiguation)
• John McClean (disambiguation)
• John Dubh Maclean (disambiguation)
• John Garbh Maclean (disambiguation)
• Sir John Maclean (disambiguation)