Robert Allan Gus Lyons
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Robert Allan "Gus" Lyons (July 8, 1890[1] ā December 27, 1984) was a bond broker and political figure in British Columbia. He represented Victoria City from 1924 until his retirement at the 1928 provincial election as a Conservative.
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Robert Allan Gus Lyons | |
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MLA for Victoria City | |
In office 1924ā1928 | |
Personal details | |
Born | (1890-07-08)July 8, 1890 London, Ontario |
Died | December 27, 1984(1984-12-27) (aged 94) Vancouver, British Columbia |
Political party | Conservative |
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He was born in London, Ontario, the son of Robert A. Lyons and Margaret Clark. Lyons served during World War I and was wounded, losing a leg. He was awarded the Distinguished Conduct Medal and the French Croix de Guerre. Lyons reached the rank of major.[1] He died in Vancouver at the age of 94.[2]