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Who is George Hamilton?

With George Hamilton Day coming up on August 4, we thought it would be fun to share some facts about Hamilton's founder, George Hamilton.

Nikita Cochrane August 1, 2014
George Hamilton Tombstone

With George Hamilton Day coming up on August 4, we thought it would be fun to share some facts about Hamilton’s founder, George Hamilton:

  • George Hamilton was born in October 1788 in Queenston Heights, Ontario
  • He was a Canadian merchant and politician
  • He served during the War of 1812
  • In January 1815, he bought the Durand Farm, which became the first section of Hamilton
  • He constructed the design of the town, and is said to have shaped it to benefit his private fortunes
  • He died on February 20, 1836 and was buried in his family cemetery, but his remains were later relocated to the Hamilton Cemetery on York Boulevard.

This post was edited on July 14, 2020 to be more accurate and up-to-date.

Robin McKee July 9, 2020

He and his family are buried in the Hamilton Cemetery on York Blvd. In Hamilton, Ontario

Dunham July 14, 2020

Thanks Robin. You are the second person to have pointed this out. We've updated the post with more accurate and up-to-date information.

Elizabeth Manneke February 8, 2019

This is incorrect. He was, originally, laid-to-rest in his family burial ground near the hair-pin turn in Hamilton, but all the remains - including those of George Hamilton himself - were removed to Hamilton Cemetery, Section Z1, Lot 431. He is, indeed, buried in the lot marked by the above stone.

Dunham February 11, 2019

We learn something new every day! Thanks for the correction Elizabeth.

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