February 16, 1766, is the birthday of Louis Valentin DuBourg
February 16, 1766, is the birthday of Louis Valentin DuBourg, the first Bishop of St. Louis.
This post was contributed by Ross Malone. A historian and a retired school teacher, Ross has authored many books about Missouri’s history, weird facts, and folk tales. He has also written children’s historical fiction. Visit his website, and buy his books in the Missouri Life store.
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