Family Father
Louis Campau, Sr
Source: Wikidata population candidate Q3261410 · wikidata
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Louis Campau
1791-08-11 – 1871-04-13
Life & Legacy
Louis Campau (August 11, 1791 – April 13, 1871), also spelled Louis Campeau, was an important figure in the early settlement of Saginaw and Grand Rapids - two important Michigan cities in which he had established trading posts. Campau was also involved in negotiations between the local Native Americans and the federal government, including the Treaty of Detroit signed in 1855 by the local chief, Cobmoosa.
Occupation & Career
trapper, businessperson
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Sources & Provenance
- Wikidata population candidate Q3261410 — wikidata View source
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