David Leitch (settler)
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David Leitch (settler)
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David Leitch was the founder of Leitch's Station, Kentucky, United States. Leitch was born in Glasgow, Scotland. At an early age he and his older brother James immigrated to Virginia. He served in the American Revolutionary War, where he attained the rank of major. In 1789, Leitch traveled to Fort Pitt (Pittsburgh) hoping to recruit settlers interested in exploring the Kentucky region. Upon acquiring a raft and supplies, Leitch found 20 hearty souls who agreed to accompany him. When the party ar
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Founder of Leitch's station, Kentucky
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