Delve into the early history of New Hampshire through authentic transcripts.
This collection presents transcriptions from English archives that illuminate the first half century of the Piscataqua settlements and the province’s formative disputes.
Edited by John S. Jenness and printed in 1876, the volume gathers documents that were once scattered and confusing. The editor notes the challenges of deciphering two‑century‑old manuscripts, yet aims to offer faithful, useful material for historians and antiquaries. The contents include petitions, grants, letters, and other records that shed light on land claims, governance, and the people who shaped New Hampshire’s beginnings.
What you’ll experience
- Authentic transcriptions from English records on New Hampshire’s early years
- Context provided by the editor to frame the documents and their significance
- Discussion of a historic map and its possible date, offering methodological insights
- A nguồn of primary sources for researchers exploring colonial New England
Ideal for readers of American history, archival study, and anyone curious about how New Hampshire emerged in the colonial era.