Abstract
The article profiles George Morgan, a merchant, land speculator and was the first Indian agent for the Ohio Valley whose life was forgotten due to questions about his loyalty. Topics discussed include how Morgan developed the so-called "homestead ethic" after dealing with local communities through his trading company, his early life being born into a wealthy family and his contribution to the development of Illinois.
| Original language | English (US) |
|---|---|
| Pages (from-to) | 41-63 |
| Number of pages | 23 |
| Journal | Ohio Valley History |
| Volume | 15 |
| State | Published - Mar 1 2015 |
Keywords
- MERCHANTS
- UNITED States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865
- ILLINOIS -- History -- 1778-1865
- OHIO River Valley
- MORGAN, George, 1743-1810