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Alexander Robey Shepherd

American politician

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Alexander Robey Shepherd, also known as Boss Shepherd, was an American politician and businessman who was the 2nd Governor of the District of Columbia from 1873 to 1874. He was one of the most controversial and influential civic leaders in the history of Washington, D.C., and one of the most powerful big-city political bosses of the Gilded Age. He was also head of the District of Columbia Department of Public Works from 1871 to 1873. He is known, particularly in Washington, as "The Father of Modern Washington."

Quick facts

Born
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Place of birth
Southwest wd
Died
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Place of death
Batopilas de Manuel Gómez Morín wd
Citizenship
United States wd
Occupation
politician, businessperson, official, governor wd
Political party
Republican Party wd

Positions held wd

  • governor (1871–1874)

Questions

When was Alexander Robey Shepherd born?
Alexander Robey Shepherd was born on 30 January 1835 in Southwest.
What positions has Alexander Robey Shepherd held?
Positions held by Alexander Robey Shepherd include: governor (1871–1874).

Sources

  1. Wikipedia (English): Alexander Robey Shepherd · CC BY-SA 4.0
  2. Wikidata item Q4719957 · CC0 1.0
  3. Image: Alexander-Robey-Shepherd.jpg by William Tindall (Public domain)

Last updated · facts checked 7 November 2026

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