Alexander Muir
Alexander Muir (5 April 1830 – 26 June 1906) was a Canadian songwriter, poet, soldier, and school headmaster. He was the composer of The Maple Leaf Forever, which he wrote in October 1867 to celebrate the Confederation of Canada.
Alexander Muir | |
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| Born | 5 April 1830 Lesmahagow, Scotland |
| Died | 26 June 1906 (aged 76) Toronto, Ontario, Canada |
| Alma mater | Queen's College |
| Occupation(s) | songwriter, poet, school headmaster |
| Military career | |
| Allegiance | Canada |
| Service/ | Canadian Militia |
| Years of service | 1861–1867 |
| Rank | Private |
| Unit | 2nd Queen's Own Rifles |
| Battles/wars | Fenian raids |
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