Alphonso Boone
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This article is about the Oregon pioneer. For the football player, see Alfonso Boone.
Alphonso Boone (November 7, 1796 – February 27, 1850) was an American pioneer in what became the state of Oregon. A native of Kentucky, he was the grandson of Daniel Boone, and lived much of his life in Missouri. After immigrating to the Oregon Country, he established Boones Ferry across the Willamette River south of Portland near the present city of Wilsonville.[1]
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Alphonso Boone | |
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Born | (1796-11-07)November 7, 1796 |
Died | February 27, 1850(1850-02-27) (aged 53) |
Known for | Boone's Ferry |
Spouse | Nancy Linville |
Relatives | Daniel Boone |
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