Early History Of Huntsville, Alabama: 1804 To 1870 (1916)

By Edward Chambers Betts

Book Overview

""Early History of Huntsville, Alabama: 1804 to 1870"" is a historical book written by Edward Chambers Betts and published in 1916. The book provides a comprehensive account of the early history of Huntsville, Alabama, from its founding in 1804 to the end of the Civil War in 1870. It covers the city's growth and development, including the establishment of the first schools, churches, and businesses, as well as the impact of major events such as the War of 1812 and the Civil War.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different period in the city's history. The author draws on a variety of primary sources, including diaries, letters, and newspaper articles, to provide a detailed and engaging account of Huntsville's early years. He also includes numerous illustrations and maps to help readers visualize the city's growth and development over time.Overall, ""Early History of Huntsville, Alabama: 1804 to 1870"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Huntsville or the early years of Alabama's statehood. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the city's past and sheds light on the challenges and opportunities faced by its early settlers.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165333937
• ISBN13: 9781165333936
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 126 Pages
• Weight: 0.51 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 7.5" x 9.3"