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Government AdministrationPennsylvania, United States1001-5000 Employees
The City of Pittsburgh is a government administration entity serving as the municipal government for Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It functions as the county seat of Allegheny County and as the principal city of the Pittsburgh Metropolitan Area. The city is located at 414 Grant Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15219, United States, and employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people. Founded on November 27, 1758, it was named by General John Forbes in honor of William Pitt, the 1st Earl of Chatham, and historically developed as a trade hub at the confluence of the Allegheny and Monongahela rivers. Over time, Pittsburgh shifted from heavy industry to sectors such as healthcare, education, technology, and financial services, contributing to its contemporary role in the region.