John Canon

For those of a similar name, see John Cannon (disambiguation).
Not to be confused with John the Canon.
John Canon
BornSeptember 11th 1726
DiedNovember 6, 1798 (aged 72)
Known forFounder of Canonsburg, Pennsylvania

John Canon (generally referred to as Colonel John Canon[1]) (September 11, 1726 – November 6, 1798) was an American Revolutionary soldier, miller, judge, and businessman, who founded three towns, including Canonsburg, Pennsylvania, which bears his name.

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