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David Denny

1832-03-17 – 1903-11-25

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A photo of David T. Denny ca. 1880Credit: Emily Inez Denny

Life & Legacy

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, United States. 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."

Occupation & Career

businessperson

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Sources & Provenance

  1. Wikidata population candidate Q5232928 — wikidata View source

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