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Sir Samuel Hughes, KCB, PC (January 8, 1853 – August 23, 1921) was the Canadian Minister of Militia and Defence during World War I. He was notable for being the last Liberal-Conservative cabinet minister, until he was dismissed from his cabinet post.
Learn about Sir Sam Hughes, the controversial and energetic leader of Canada's early war effort in the First World War. Find out how he championed the Ross rifle, clashed with the prime minister, and was dismissed from office in 1916.
Sam Hughes (born June 28, 1992) is an American mixed martial artist who is currently competing in the Strawweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC).
Jul 11, 2021 · Learn about the life and career of Sir Sam Hughes, a prominent Canadian politician and military leader in the early 20th century. Hear how his views on militia, imperialism and the Boer War shaped his role in the First World War.
Jan 29, 2008 · Sir Samuel Hughes, teacher, journalist, soldier, politician (born at Darlington, Canada W 8 Jan 1853; died at Lindsay, Ont 24 Aug 1921). A Conservative and an enthusiastic supporter of Sir John A. Macdonald's National Policy, Sam Hughes was elected to Parliament for Victoria North in 1892.
Sam Hughes was the Minister of Militia and Defence during World War I, who built and led the Canadian Corps on the Western Front. He was a visionary and a champion of Canadian independence, but also a flawed and controversial figure who resigned due to scandals.
Strawweight Sam Hughes opened the UFC 287 early prelims on Saturday with a victory, claiming the unanimous decision win over opponent Jaqueline Amorim.
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