Richard King

Steamboatman and rancher, born in Orange Co, New York, USA. He left a jewellery apprenticeship and worked as a steamboatman for some 20 years. In 1852 he purchased 15 500 acres in S Texas, and by the end of his life he had expanded the property to include over 600 000 prime acres and 100 000 head of cattle. Although he was said to be ruthless and autocratic in acquiring and running the King Ranch, he was also known for his hospitality. His heirs eventually expanded the King Ranch to some 1 000 000 acres (larger than Rhode Island) but these were divided in 1935.

Richard King may refer to one of the following individuals:

Richard King, founder of the King Ranch in South Texas. Richard King, a film sound editor Richard King, musician and composer Richard King (driver), an ARCA driver Sir Richard King, 1st Baronet, Commodore Governor for the Canadian province of Newfoundland and Labrador from 1792 to 1793 and British Admiral. Sir Richard King, 2nd Baronet, son of the above and British admiral who served at the Battle of Trafalgar

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