John Diefenbaker
John Diefenbaker was the 13th Prime Minister of Canada, serving from 1957 to 1963. He was known for his strong advocacy for civil rights and his commitment to Canadian nationalism. Diefenbaker's government was marked by significant policies, including the Canadian Bill of Rights, which was the first bill of rights at the federal level in Canada. His tenure also saw the introduction of the National Flag of Canada. Despite losing power in 1963, Diefenbaker remained a significant figure in Canadian politics and continued to influence the Conservative Party.
Born on Sep 18, 1895 (129 years old)
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Canada | 3 | 5.33 | 0.19% | +10% | 38,005,238 | 78,190 | $1,700,000 | 3,498$ |
| Totals | 3 | 38,005,238 | 78,190 | $1,700,000 | 3,498$ |
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John Diefenbaker had a difficult relationship with John F. Kennedy.
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Prime Minister John Diefenbaker cancelled the Avro Arrow program in 1959, impacting Canada's position in fighter jet technology.
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John Diefenbaker was the first prime minister to try out Harrington Lake after it was designated for the use of the prime minister.
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John Diefenbaker and the Conservatives had at least tried to stand up to the empire, according to Grant.
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John Diefenbaker served as Prime Minister of Canada and is remembered for his leadership in the Conservative Party.
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John Diefenbaker was the Canadian prime minister accompanying Queen Elizabeth II during her visit.
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Pearson was opposed by a Western Conservative populist, John Diefenbaker.
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In 1960, in the lead-up to Canada’s Centennial, prime minister John Diefenbaker challenged Canadian architects to design 'something to touch the hearts of Canadians.'
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In the 1960s, president John F. Kennedy loathed prime minister John Diefenbaker.
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Then-prime minister John Diefenbaker declared the Trans-Canada open at a grand ceremony on top of the Rogers Pass in British Columbia on Sept. 3, 1962.
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