Solomon Juneau
Solomon Laurent Juneau, or Laurent-Salomon Juneau (August 9, 1793 – November 14, 1856) was a French Canadian fur trader, land speculator, and politician who helped found the city of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He was born in Repentigny, Quebec, Canada to François and (Marie-)Thérèse Galarneau Juneau. His cousin was Joseph Juneau, who founded the city of Juneau, Alaska.
Solomon Laurent Juneau | |
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Juneau in 1856 | |
| 1st Mayor of Milwaukee | |
| In office 1846-1847 | |
| Preceded by | Office Established |
| Succeeded by | Horatio N. Wells |
| Personal details | |
| Born | August 9, 1793 Repentigny, Lower Canada |
| Died | November 14, 1856 (aged 63) Keshena, Wisconsin |
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| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Josette Vieau Juneau (m. 1820–1855) |
| Relations | Joseph Juneau (cousin), founder of the city of Juneau, Alaska |
| Parent(s) | François and Thérèse Galerneau Juneau |
| Occupation | Politician, fur trader, land agent |
| Known for | Helped found the city of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. |
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