Burr Plato

Burr Plato

Burr Plato (c.1844-1905) was a Canadian political figure.

Background

Of an African-American background, born into slavery in Virginia, Burr succeeded in moving to Canada in 1856 after an arduous journey culminating in a swim to freedom across the Niagara River to the Canada, where he settled . [ 'Black History', [http://www.niagarafallsmuseum.ca/blackhistory.html] , ]

Prominent in Niagara Falls affairs; elected Councillor

With a reputation locally in Niagara Falls for his honesty in business affairs, Plato became a prominent property owner and served from 1886 to 1901 in Niagara Falls as an elected Councillor.

Death

Plato died in 1905.

References

* [http://www.niagarafallsmuseum.ca/blackhistory.html City of Niagara Falls Museums - Black History ] at www.niagarafallsmuseum.ca

* Electoral_firsts_in_Canada#African-Canadians


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