Jean-Louis Beaudry

Businessman & 11th Mayor of Montreal

Jean-Louis Beaudry - Businessman & 11th Mayor of Montreal
Born

1809
216 years ago

Died

June 25th, 1886
138 years ago — 77 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Canada

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Served as the 11th Mayor of Montreal from 1874 to 1878. Undertook initiatives to improve municipal services and infrastructure during the mayoralty. Engaged in business activities that contributed to the local economy. Played a significant role in local politics and governance in the 19th century.

Served as the 11th Mayor of Montreal

Promoted urban development initiatives

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