The History of Monroe County, Iowa: Containing a History of the County, Its Cities, Towns, &C., A Biographical Directory of Citizens, War Record of . History of the Northwest, History of Io

Company, Western Historical

ISBN 10: 0666316813 / ISBN 13: 9780666316813

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The History of Monroe County, Iowa: Containing a History of the County, Its Cities, Towns, &C., A Biographical Directory of Citizens, War Record of . History of the Northwest, History of Io
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0666316813
• ISBN 13: 9780666316813
• Binding: hardcover
• Condition: New
• Book Type: book

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Synopsis

Explore the rich history of Monroe County, Iowa, in one durable reference.

This comprehensive volume blends a detailed county history with a biographical directory of local citizens, war records, and extensive statistics. It also includes historical context from the Northwest and Iowa, plus a map of Monroe County for easy reference.

Inside you’ll find chronological sketches of towns and townships, early settler stories, county government and officials, and a wealth of local data that illuminates how communities grew, competed, and thrived from early settlement through the Civil War era and beyond. The book is a practical resource for researchers, genealogists, and anyone curious about Monroe County’s past.

• Historical narrative covering settlements, institutions, and local development
• A biographical directory of county residents and notable families
• War records of volunteers and snapshots of county demographics
• General and local statistics, plus a county map for easy orientation

Ideal for readers of local history, genealogy, and Midwest studies who want a solid, archival‑style reference to Monroe County’s shaping years.