David Cowan (politician)

David Cowan (1742 – 24 September 1808) was a Scottish farmer, naval officer, ship's captain, ferry operator and political figure in Upper Canada. He represented Essex County in the Legislative Assembly of Upper Canada from 1804 to 1808. Cowan is credited with bringing the first apple trees to the state of Michigan in 1796, a variety similar to the which he brought to Detroit. Cowan died on board the Camden in Fort Erie harbour.

David Cowan (politician)

David Cowan (1742 – 24 September 1808) was a Scottish farmer, naval officer, ship's captain, ferry operator and political figure in Upper Canada. He represented Essex County in the Legislative Assembly of Upper Canada from 1804 to 1808. Cowan is credited with bringing the first apple trees to the state of Michigan in 1796, a variety similar to the which he brought to Detroit. Cowan died on board the Camden in Fort Erie harbour.