Richard Wayne

Male, Deceased Person

1804 – 1858

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Who was Richard Wayne?

Dr. Richard Wayne served as mayor of Savannah, Georgia for four terms: 1844 - 1845, 1848–1851, 1852–1853 and 1857 - 1858. He died while in office.

Wayne was the first mayor of Savannah elected by its citizens. Prior to his election, mayors were appointed by the city aldermen. He is buried in Savannah's Laurel Grove Cemetery

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Born
Apr 4, 1804
Lived in
  • Savannah
Died
Jun 27, 1858

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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