John Wilson (British Army officer, died 1819)

A career army officer initially in the West Indies, Wilson was ensign in the 48th Foot in 1782.

[1] In 1815 Wilson was selected to govern Canada in place of George Prévost.

[2] With rank Major-General, Wilson administered Lower Canada from 21 May to 21 July 1816.

[3] He arrived late to relieve his predecessor, Gordon Drummond had taken over, and the two quarrelled.

[4] Wilson returned to the United Kingdom from Canada and suffered about 18 months bad health, dying on 18 January 1819, at age 54.