Martin Baum
American businessman and mayor
Born
1765
260 years ago
Died
December 14th, 1831
193 years ago — 66 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Served as the 5th Mayor of Cincinnati from 1826 to 1827. Active in local business and politics during a period of significant growth in the city. Contributed to the development of civic infrastructure and participated in various community initiatives. His tenure aligned with early industrial expansion in Cincinnati, navigating challenges associated with a growing urban population.
Served as the 5th Mayor of Cincinnati
Contributed to civic infrastructure development
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