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William Hay, a Scotsman, was Peru's first settler. He built his house in this vicinity in 1772. Hay had a friendly relationship with Benedict Arnold and witnessed the Battle of Valcour. The town's first marriage was between Hay's daughter, Maby, and Lott Elmore.
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Peru, New York · United States
