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Who was the first Quebecer to hold the position of governor general of Canada?

  • Joseph Jean-Pierre Marc Garneau

  • Julie Payette

  • Georges Vanier

  • Adrienne Clarkson

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The first Quebecer to hold the position of governor general of Canada was Georges Vanier. He was appointed in 1959 by Queen Elizabeth II and served in the role until 1967. Vanier was a decorated soldier who had fought in both World Wars. He was also a strong advocate for human rights and social justice.
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