John H. Couch 1811-1870

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An early maritime trader and one of the primary founders of Portland, Oregon. He recognized the deep-water potential of the Willamette River, claiming a massive land tract that became the bustling Couch's Addition neighborhood and cementing Portland as a major port city.

 

Biographical Overview

• Lived from 1811 to 1870
• Born: Jan 1, 1811, Newburyport, Massachusetts
• Died: Jan 1, 1870, Portland, Oregon

 

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Last updated: 2026-09-30