Henry Lee, a native of Virginia, began his career as a surveyor and farmer. After moving to Kentucky, he represented the area in the Virginia legislature, and served as a delegate to the Virginia convention, which ratified the federal constitution. Lee also served as a delegate in the 1787 Kentucky statehood convention. As a general in the Kentucky militia, Lee commanded units in Kentucky north of the Licking River. Lee later served as a judge of the Court of Quarter Sessions and the Mason County Circuit Court. He also became president of the Washington Branch of the Bank of Kentucky.
From the description of Henry Lee papers, 1756-1854 (bulk 1794-1832). (Kentucky Historical Society). WorldCat record id: 42265261
