Chouteau, Auguste, 1750-1829

Born in New Orleans, son of Rene Auguste and Marie Theresa Bourgeois Chouteau, baptized, Sept. 7, 1749. In 1763 went with his stepfather Pierre Laclede to select a site for a new settlement which was named St. Louis. Built up a large fur trade business and held various government posts when the territory was ceded to the U.S. Became the wealthiest citizen and largest landholder in St. Louis. Married Marie Therese Cerre Sept. 26, 1786, and they had four sons and three daughters. Died in St. Louis, February 24, 1829. (from D.A.B. v. 4, pp. 94-95. (blue index cards)

From the description of Auguste Chouteau papers, 1802-1815. (Detroit Public Library). WorldCat record id: 405581314