History Of Durham, Connecticut: From The First Grant Of Land In 1662 To 1866 (1866)

By William Chauncey 1793-1881 [Fr Fowler and William Chauncey Fowler

Book Overview

""History of Durham, Connecticut: From the First Grant of Land in 1662 to 1866"" is a book written by William Chauncey Fowler and published in 1866. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of Durham, a town located in Middlesex County, Connecticut. The author traces the town's history from its earliest days, beginning with the first grant of land in 1662, and covers its development up to the year 1866. The book is divided into chapters that cover various aspects of Durham's history, including its settlement, the establishment of its first church, the town's involvement in the Revolutionary War, and its growth and development over time. The author also provides detailed information about the town's early settlers and prominent citizens, as well as its institutions, such as schools and businesses. Overall, ""History of Durham, Connecticut: From the First Grant of Land in 1662 to 1866"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Durham or the early history of Connecticut. The book is well-researched and provides a detailed and engaging account of the town's development over time.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: 1104178338
• ISBN13: 9781104178338
• Release Date: March 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 448 Pages
• Weight: 1.31 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"