John Logan Campbell
Sir John Logan Campbell (3 November 1817 – 22 June 1912) was a prominent New Zealand public figure. He was the son of Doctor John Campbell and his wife Catherine. He was described by his contemporaries as "the father of Auckland".
Read more about John Logan Campbell: Early Life, Migration To New Zealand, Superintendent of Auckland Province, Member of Parliament, Cornwall Park, Literature
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