John Long Routt

John Long Routt (April 25, 1826 - August 13, 1907) was a U.S. Republican political figure. Born in Eddyville, Kentucky, he served as the first and seventh Governor of Colorado from 1876 to 1879 and 1891 to 1893. He also served as Mayor of Denver, Colorado from 1883 to 1885. He died in Denver, Colorado.

Read more about John Long Routt:  Early Years, Colorado's Last Territorial Governor, Colorado's First State Governor, Later Life

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