John Lynch (1740–1820)

John Lynch
John Lynch's grave, at the South River Friends Meetinghouse
Personal details
Born(1740-08-28)August 28, 1740
DiedOctober 31, 1820(1820-10-31) (aged 80)
Resting placeSouth River Friends Meetinghouse
SpouseMary Bowles
Parents
  • Charles Lynch, Sr. (father)
  • Sarah Clark (mother)
RelativesCharles Lynch (brother)
Sarah Lynch Terrell (sister)

John Lynch (August 28, 1740 – October 31, 1820) was an American merchant and abolitionist who founded the city of Lynchburg, Virginia.