George Leake (merchant)

George Leake
Born1786
Died (aged 64)
Perth, Western Australia
NationalityBritish
OccupationBanker
SpouseAnne (Growse) Leake
ChildrenAnn Elizabeth Leake
Parent(s)Luke Leake
Ann Heading

George Leake (1786–1849) was a wealthy landholder in the early days of the Swan River Colony. Backed with considerable assets, Leake supported many of the early settlers of the colony who were struggling financially.

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