Sir John Sparrow David Thompson

Thompson, Sir John Sparrow David (1844–94), Canadian diplomat and prime minister (1892–94). He had previously served as justice of the Nova Scotia Supreme Court and minister of justice in the Cabinet of prime minister John MacDonald. He was renowned for his diplomatic skills and his successful negotiation of many treaties and controversies. He was named prime minister following the death of MacDonald and the resignation of MacDonald's successor.

See also: Canada.