LeRoy Pope
LeRoy Pope (January 30, 1765 – June 17, 1844) was an American planter, lawyer, and early settler of Madison County, Alabama. He purchased much of the land on which downtown Huntsville, Alabama, now stands, and for his role in the establishment and early growth of that city, has been called the "Father of Huntsville."
LeRoy Pope | |
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| Born | January 30, 1765 Northumberland County, Virginia |
| Died | June 17, 1844 (aged 79) |
| Resting place | Maple Hill Cemetery |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation | Planter |
| Spouse | Judith Sale |
| Parent(s) | LeRoy Pope, Sr. Elizabeth Mitchell |
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