Record #:

44571

Author(s):

McCotter, Charles K., Jr.

Abstract:

One of New Bern's most significant entrepreneurs during the 18th century, Leech arrived in North Carolina in 1750 from Philadelphia. He quickly established a large farming operation and a ferry, known as Leech's Ferry. He was a member of the North Carolina General Assembly from 1761-65 and served with the Provincial Congresses and Revolutionary War movement. He was part of teh delegation that welcomed President George Washington into New Bern in 1791.

Source:

Journal of the New Bern Historical Society (NoCar F 264 N5 J66), Vol. 31 Issue , 2024, p34-39

Subject(s):

Leech, Joseph (New Bern); New Bern--History