John Brecken (loyalist)

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John Brecken
DiedMarch 6, 1827
England
Occupation(s)United Empire Loyalist, Merchant, Politician
Years active1785–1787
OrganizationsLegislative Assembly of Prince Edward Island
SpouseAnn Wake
ChildrenRalph Brecken, John Brecken (grandson)

John Brecken (died March 6, 1827) was an English-born United Empire Loyalist, merchant and political figure. He was a member of the Legislative Assembly of Prince Edward Island from 1785 to 1787.

He came to Charlottetown from Shelburne, Nova Scotia in 1784 with his wife, Ann Wake, and established a business there. He returned to England some time before 1826 and died there in 1827.

His son Ralph and his grandson John Brecken also served in the colony's assembly.

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