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Jean-Jacques Bertrand

Jean-Jacques Bertrand (June 20, 1916 - February 22, 1973) was the Premier of Quebec, Canada, from October 2, 1968 to May 12, 1970. He led the Union Nationale party.

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Bertrand served as Education Minister and Justice Minister in the government of Daniel Johnson, Sr., and succeeded him when he died in office. Bertrand and the UN lost the 1970 election. He served as leader of the Opposition until June 19, 1971. His son, Jean-François Bertrand , was a minister of René Lévesque's Parti Québécois government.

Elections as party leader

He lost the 1970 election.

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Preceded by:
Daniel Johnson, Sr

List of Quebec premiers

Succeeded by:
Robert Bourassa

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