William Dempster | |
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| Born | 21 October 1876 |
| Died | 25 October 1964 (aged 88) Victoria, British Columbia, Canada |
| Resting place | Burnaby, British Columbia[1] |
| Police career | |
| Country | Canada |
| Department | North-West Mounted Police, Royal Canadian Mounted Police |
| Service years | 1897–1934 |
| Rank | Inspector |
| Memorials | Dempster Highway |
William John Duncan Dempster (21 October 1876 – 25 October 1964) was a member of the North-West Mounted Police (NWMP) in the Yukon Territory during the early 20th century. He gained notice for his involvement in finding the Lost Patrol, three NWMP officers and an ex-NWMP officer/guide who disappeared on the trail between Fort McPherson and Dawson City in the winter of 1910–11. The Dempster Highway in northern Canada is named for him.
- ^ Healy, J.J. "Dublin, 'Depot', Dynasties & Descendants". RCMP Graves. Retrieved 27 November 2017.