David Denny

David Denny

David Thomas Denny (March 17, 1832 – November 25, 1903) was a member of the Denny Party, who are generally collectively credited as the founders of Seattle, Washington, USA. Though he ultimately underwent bankruptcy, he was a significant contributor to the shape of the city. Roger Sale, in his book Seattle, Past to Present, described him as having been "the pioneer to turn to if one had a plan that would be 'good for Seattle', and one needed a respectable tone and a willing investor."

Read more about David Denny:  Early Life and Journey To The Oregon Country, Marriage To Louisa Boren, 1853 Land Claim, Public Offices, Business Success, Bankruptcy, Last Years, Legacy

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