Cincinnati was founded in 1788 as Losantiville near Fort Washington and later renamed Cincinnati by General St. Clair in 1790. It is located on the Ohio River at the confluence of the Licking and Miami Rivers. Known as the "Queen City" and "Porkopolis", Cincinnati grew as a center for business and industry in the 19th century, becoming home to major companies like Procter & Gamble, Kroger, and the United States Playing Card Company. Cincinnati expanded from its original site into the surrounding seven hills and developed rail infrastructure to support its growth.