Mifflin Wistar Gibbs 1823-1915

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An African American pioneer who left California for Victoria, BC, in 1858. He became a prosperous merchant, a leader in the Black community, and the first Black person elected to public office in British Columbia (Victoria City Council).

 

Biographical Overview

• Lived from 1823 to 1915
• Born: Apr 17, 1823, Philadelphia, PA
• Died: Jul 11, 1915, Little Rock, AR

 

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Last updated: 2026-09-29