John Keating
John Keating was born in Ireland in 1760, and raised in France. He joined the French Army, resigning in face of the Haitian and French revolutions to settle in Philadelphia. He spent the rest of his long life as a land agent and manager for the settlement of inland Pennsylvania, known for competence, honesty, and care for the settlers.
Personal facts
| Birth date | September 20, 1760 |
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| Date of death | May 19, 1853 |
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