Johannes Roosevelt | |
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Alderman of New York City | |
In office 1730–1733 | |
Personal details | |
Born | February 27, 1689 Esopus, Ulster County, New York |
Died | April 4, 1750 New York City | (aged 61)
Spouse | Heyltje Sjoerts (m. 1708–1750; his death) |
Relations | See Roosevelt family |
Children | 11 |
Parent(s) | Nicholas Roosevelt Heyltje Jans Kunst |
Occupation | Businessman and politician |
Johannes Roosevelt (bap. February 27, 1689 – April 4, 1750),[1] known as John Roosevelt, was a New York City businessman and politician and the progenitor of the Oyster Bay Roosevelts, including Theodore and Eleanor Roosevelt.