Robert Anderson Van Wyck

Robert Anderson Van Wyck
Van Wyck in 1897
92nd Mayor of New York City
In office
January 1, 1898 – December 31, 1901
Preceded byWilliam L. Strong
Succeeded bySeth Low
Personal details
Born(1849-07-20)July 20, 1849
New York City, U.S.
DiedNovember 14, 1918(1918-11-14) (aged 69)
Paris, France
Resting placeWoodlawn Cemetery
PartyDemocratic
EducationColumbia University (BA)
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Robert Anderson Van Wyck (/væn ˈwaɪk/ van WYKE; July 20, 1849 – November 14, 1918) was the first mayor of New York City after the consolidation of the five boroughs into the City of Greater New York in 1898.

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