by
McKeesport Heritage Center Volunteers
Language: English
Release Date: June 20, 2007
Located at the confluence of the Youghiogheny and Monongahela Rivers, McKeesport was settled by David McKee in 1755. In 1769, McKee acquired land from the Colonial government and one of his sons, John, laid out a village that became known as McKee�s Port because a ferry was operating there. Early industries...