The First Colonization of New-England: An Address, Delivered at the Erection of a Monumental Stone in the Walls of Fort Popham, August 29th, 1862 (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover
Synopsis
A historic look at New England’s founding, told through a 19th‑century address.
This nonfiction work presents an address delivered by John A. Poor on August 29, 1862, during the dedication of a memorial stone at Fort Popham. It situates the 1607 Popham colony within a broader story of English claims, exploration, and the shaping of American history.
The text blends description of the ceremony with reflections on the significance of colonization, national memory, and the enduring value of early governance, faith, and community. It connects Maine’s history to wider currents in English law, religion, and international ties, while honoring the figures who helped establish England’s presence in North America.- Context for the earliest English colonial efforts in New England and the Sagadahoc region.
- Discussion of how memorials and monuments shape historical memory for future generations.
- Connections between local Maine history and broader English and American historical narratives.
- Insights into the personalities and events surrounding the Popham venture and its legacy.
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