Jean Baptiste Point du Sable, a Haitian-born fur trader of African and French descent, established a permanent settlement near the mouth of the Chicago River. Recognized as the “Founder of Chicago,” du Sable built a prosperous trading post that became the foundation of the city. His pioneering role is a testament to the significant contributions of Black individuals in early American frontier history.
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