Augustine Moore (planter)
Augustine Moore (circa 1685–July 28, 1743), nicknamed "Old Grubb", was a prominent tobacco merchant who became a planter and founder of the Moore family of Virginia. He may be best known for building Chelsea plantation, now on the National Register of Historic Places and one of the best-preserved 18th century buildings in the state.
Augustine Moore | |
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| Born | circa 1685 |
| Died | July 28, 1743 |
| Nationality | English |
| Citizenship | Kingdom of Great Britain |
| Occupation(s) | Planter, militia officer, politician |
| Known for | Chelsea plantation, |
| Spouse(s) | Mary Gage (d.1713); Elizabeth Todd Seaton |
| Children | Bernard Moore (son), John Robinson (son-in-law) |
| Relatives | Bernard Moore Jr., Augustine Moore (grandsons) |
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