Robert McKnight | |
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| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania's 22nd district | |
| In office 1859–1863 | |
| Preceded by | Samuel A. Purviance |
| Succeeded by | James K. Moorhead |
| Member of the Pittsburgh City Council | |
| In office 1847–1849 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | January 20, 1820 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Died | October 25, 1885 (aged 65) Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Resting place | Allegheny Cemetery |
| Political party | Republican |
| Children | Denny McKnight |
| Education | Princeton College (BA) |
Robert McKnight (January 20, 1820 – October 25, 1885) was an American lawyer and politician who represented Pennsylvania's 22nd congressional district in the United States House of Representatives from 1859 to 1863.