A concise, history-rich reference for Exeter and Hampton
This book condenses centuries of local history into a ready-reference, helping you understand how these towns developed from early settlements to a modern community.
The introduction explains the aims of the register and how it builds on earlier histories, town records, and other sources. It offers a grounded view of Indian era history, frontier life, and the steady growth of Exeter and Hampton through the colonial period and beyond. The volume then moves through general descriptions, governance, military events, religious institutions, schools, professional men, and community directories, alongside a detailed census and street-by-street layout."synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
Seller: Forgotten Books, London, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book tells the story of Exeter, an important New Hampshire town founded in 1638 as part of the Massachusetts Bay Colony. Exeter became a battleground during several Indian Wars, played a key role in the American Revolution and Civil War, and thrived as an industrial, agricultural and educational center. It is credited with being the first place to organize a public library in the United States and home to prestigious Phillips Exeter Academy. This historical record reveals the lives of the notable men and women who helped shape Exeterâs rich tapestry over the course of nearly four centuries, from its earliest European settlers to its prominent business, professional and military leaders of the 19th and 20th Centuries. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781333062415_0
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781333062415
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