George Quayle Cannon (1827–1901) was a prominent leader and political strategist within the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church) during the nineteenth century. As an early member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, Cannon rose to become one of the most influential figures in the church's administration. He served in the First Presidency under four successive LDS Church presidents: Brigham Young, John Taylor, Wilford Woodruff, and Lorenzo Snow.
In addition to his ecclesiastical duties, Cannon was a key political actor of his era. He served as the church's chief political strategist, earning nicknames from the press such as 'the Mormon premier' and 'the Mormon Richelieu' due to his diplomatic and administrative acumen. Cannon also represented the Utah Territory on the national stage, serving five terms as its delegate to the United States Congress.
