Joseph Gurney Cannon

Joseph Gurney Cannon

lawyer
politician
🇺🇸United States

Joseph Gurney Cannon was an American politician from Illinois and a leader of the Republican Party. Cannon represented parts of Illinois in the United States House of Representatives for twenty-three non-consecutive terms between 1873 and 1923; upon his retirement, he was the longest serving member of the United States Congress ever. From 1903 to 1911, he presided as Speaker of the House, becoming one of the most powerful speakers in United States history.

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Lifespan
1836 – 1926
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Career Journey

Background

Born in
Guilford County
Educated at
University of Cincinnati
Awards
🏆 cover of Time magazine

Timeline

  • 1836

    Born

    Birth
  • 1926

    Died

    Death

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