THE DATE BEHIND THE NAME
Jean Baptiste Point du Sable
early founder of Chicago
Jean Baptiste Point du Sable was born in 1745 in Saint-Marc, Haiti and died on August 28, 1818.
Born
in 1745
Died: August 28, 1818
- Birthplace
- Saint-Marc, Haiti
- Professions
- pioneer, merchant
- Citizenship
- Kingdom of France
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Questions people ask
Where was Jean Baptiste Point du Sable born?
Jean Baptiste Point du Sable was born in Saint-Marc, Haiti.
When did Jean Baptiste Point du Sable die?
Jean Baptiste Point du Sable died on August 28, 1818.