David Mead
About David Mead
Lived 1752 – 1816 (aged 64).
Major General David Mead (January 17, 1752 – August 23, 1816) was an American military general and founder of Meadville, Pennsylvania.
Life David Mead was born January 17, 1752, in Hudson, Albany County, Province of New York, the son of Darius Mead and Ruth Mead. He was married twice, to Agnes Mead and Jennett Mead and had seven children. With a party of ten settlers, he founded Meadville, Pennsylvania, on May 12, 1788, at the confluence of Cussewago and French Creeks, near transportation routes.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was David Mead?
(1752-1816)
When was David Mead born?
David Mead was born on 17 January 1752.
When did David Mead die?
David Mead died on 28 August 1816 in Meadville, Pennsylvania.
What was David Mead known for?
David Mead was known for Meadville, Pennsylvania.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: David Mead (military general)
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