Fernando Wood
American politician (1812-1881) · United States · On the map · Politicians · Died at 68
Fernando Wood was an American Democratic Party politician, merchant, and real estate investor who served as the 74th and 76th mayor of New York City. He also represented the city for several terms in the United States House of Representatives.
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Wood's career and Southern sympathies were nurtured by Senator and later Secretary of State John C. Calhoun.
During his first term in office, Wood oversaw construction of the planned Central Park, depicted here as it stood in 1868.
Wood's second term in office was marred by the Great Police riot in June 1857.
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Country
United States
Category
Politicians
Type
Politician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1812 to 1881 · aged 68
