Legendary Locals of New Orleans

by Edward J. Branley

Book Overview

Since its founding in 1718 by the LeMoyne brothers, New Orleans has cemented its status as one of the busiest ports on the continent. Producing many unique and fascinating individuals, Colonial New Orleans was a true gumbo of personalities. The city lays claim to many nationalities, including Spaniards Baron Carondelet, Don Andres Almonester, and French sailors and privateers Jean Lafitte and Dominique Youx. Businessmen like Daniel Henry Holmes and...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1467100390
• ISBN13: 9781467100397
• Release Date: January 2013
• Publisher: Arcadia Publishing (SC)
• Length: 128 Pages
• Weight: 1.57 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.4" x 9.1"