John W. Geary

16th Governor of Pennsylvania

John W. Geary - Leaders & Politicians born December 30th, 1819
Born
Died

1873
153 years ago — 54 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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Elected as the 16th Governor of Pennsylvania, serving from 1867 to 1873. Prior to his governorship, managed the Pennsylvania Railroad and held various military ranks during significant conflicts, including the Mexican-American War and the American Civil War. Involved in Republican Party politics and played a role in the post-war reconstruction efforts in Pennsylvania.

Served as Governor of Pennsylvania

Held military rank during the American Civil War

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