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Believing that the Celebration of the Centennial Anniversary of the organization of Allegheny County would not be complete without a sketch of the territory embraced within the original lines Of the county, and of that part of Western Pennsylvania from which the same was taken - Virtually including the early his tory Of Western Pennsylvania, such a history of the early settle ment of Allegheny County, of the midnight raids by the Indians, of the bloody battles, of the hardships and privations endured by the pioneers, and, later on, by the wonderful development and growth of the same during the past century - cannot but be inter esting to every citizen of the county.
The following historical sketch is presented to the citizens of Allegheny County by the Centennial Committee with the be lief that no country nor age ever presented a more interesting and thrilling story of conquest, of settlement and development, than does the history of the settlement of Allegheny County, and of its subsequent marvellous growth and prosperity. As written in the felicitous style of the gifted authors, it can scarcely be improved upon by the touch of the romancer.
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- Publication date2018
- ISBN 10 1331692628
- ISBN 13 9781331692621
- BindingPaperback
- Number of pages184
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book tells the story of the early settlement of Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, tracing its journey from a wilderness claimed by Native American tribes to a burgeoning center of industry. The author vividly recounts the struggles and triumphs of early settlers, who braved treacherous terrain and skirmishes with Native Americans to carve out a new life in the region. You'll be transported back to a time of exploration, land disputes, and conflict, as rival European powers, France and England, fought for control over the Ohio Valley. The book explores the intricacies of colonial land claims and the complex relationships between Native Americans and European settlers. You'll learn about important figures like George Washington, whose early military experiences in the region laid the groundwork for his future leadership. The author weaves a narrative of adventure, resilience, and the relentless drive to conquer and settle new frontiers, showcasing the early struggles that laid the foundation for the development of the American West. The book reveals the dramatic and often brutal realities of early American expansion, offering a fascinating glimpse into the forces that shaped the nation's history. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781331692621_0
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