It was located six miles south of the mouth of the Licking and was named for Major David Leitch (1753-1794), who was given the land for his service in the American Revolutionary War. David Leitch was Aide-de-Camp to General Lawson during that War.
The location was situated six miles south of the Licking River's mouth, and it was named after Major David Leitch (1753-1794), who received the land for his service in the American Revolution.  David Leitch served as an aide to General Lawson during that conflict.