John Herron (Pittsburgh politician)
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John Herron | |
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 Portrait of John Herron, c. 1849–1850 | |
| 16th Mayor of Pittsburgh | |
| In office 1849–1850 | |
| Preceded by | Gabriel Adams |
| Succeeded by | Joseph Barker |
| Personal details | |
| Political party | Whig |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance |  United States |
| Battles/wars | Mexican–American War (Siege of Veracruz) |
John Herron, served as Mayor of Pittsburgh from 1849 to 1850. He was a Whig.[1] He was the son of Dr. Francis Herron, the well-known Presbyterian Minister. The Herrons were among the founding families of Pittsburgh. He captained the Duquesne Grays in the Mexican-American War during the Siege of Veracruz. His war feats greatly enhanced his electability and President Zachary Taylor visited the city during Mayor Herron's term.[citation needed]
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References
[edit]- South Pittsburgh Development Corporation Archived 2007-09-27 at the Wayback Machine
- Political Graveyard
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