James Givins | |
|---|---|
| Chief Superintendent of Indian Affairs | |
| In office April 1, 1830 – June 12, 1837 | |
| Preceded by | Henry Charles Darling |
| Succeeded by | Samuel Jarvis |
| Personal details | |
| Born | c. 1759 Unknown location, possibly Ireland |
| Died | March 5, 1846 Toronto, Canada West |
| Spouse |
Angelica Andrews (m. 1797) |
| Children | Saltern Givins Caroline Ann Givins |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance |  Great Britain United Kingdom |
| Branch/service |  British Army Canadian militia |
| Rank | Colonel |
| Unit | Queen's Rangers York Militia Indian Department |
| Battles/wars | American Revolutionary War (POW) War of 1812 |
Colonel James Givins (sometimes James Givens) (circa 1759 – March 5, 1846) was a British Army officer and militiaman who fought in the American Revolution and the War of 1812. He was also a senior officer in the Indian Department of Upper Canada, serving as Chief Superintendent from 1830 to 1837. He is the namesake of Givins Street in Toronto.[1]
- ^ Adam Mayers (3 May 2007). "Blood-stained floor told the tale". Toronto Star.