William Morrison (trader)
William Morrison (March 7, 1785 – August 7, 1866) was a Canadian fur trader and explorer who established numerous trading posts throughout Minnesota and is claimed to have been the first white person to discover Lake Itasca in 1804.
William Morrison | |
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Morrison, circa 1865 | |
| Born | March 7, 1785 |
| Died | August 7, 1866 (aged 81) Sorel, Quebec |
| Nationality | Canadian |
| Occupation | Fur trader |
| Years active | 1804–1826 |
| Relatives | Allan Morrison (brother) |
Morrison County, Minnesota is named after him and his brother, Allan.
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