John Harris Sr.
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For other people with the same name, see John Harris (disambiguation).
John Harris Sr. (1673 – December 1748) was an American businessman who emigrated from Britain to America late in the 17th century. Harris would later settle along the Susquehanna River and establish a ferry there. This ferry would eventually develop into Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, which was named in his honor.
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Born | 1673 |
Died | December 1748 |
Known for | Namesake of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania |
Children | 9, including John Harris Jr. |
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