Charles Roche

Charles Roche (1798 January 2, 1878) was a dry goods merchant and political figure in Nova Scotia. He represented Shelburne township in the Nova Scotia House of Assembly from 1830 to 1836.

He was born in Shelburne, Nova Scotia, the son of Captain Charles Roche, a native of Cork, Ireland. His parents were loyalists who settled in New York state, later receiving a land grant at Shelburne. He died in Halifax.

His nephew William Roche also served in the assembly.

References

  • Public Archives of Nova Scotia (1984). Elliott, Shirley B (ed.). The Legislative Assembly of Nova Scotia, 1758-1983: A biographical directory. Province of Nova Scotia. ISBN 0-88871-050-X.


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