John Sargent (merchant)

John Sargent (April 6, 1792 – August 7, 1874) was a farmer, merchant and political figure in Nova Scotia.

He represented Barrington township in the Legislative Assembly of Nova Scotia from 1736 to 1740 as a Conservative.

He was born in Barrington, Nova Scotia, the son of John Sargent and Margaret Whitney.

His brothers William Browne and Winthrop also served in the assembly.

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