Maritime Philadelphia 1609-1837

By Marion V. Brewington

Book Overview

Maritime Philadelphia 1609-1837 by Marion V. Brewington is a comprehensive historical account of the maritime industry in Philadelphia from its earliest days as a Dutch trading post to the mid-19th century. The book covers the development of the city's port, the growth of the shipping industry, and the role of Philadelphia in the American Revolution and the War of 1812. It also includes detailed descriptions of the various types of vessels that sailed in and out of Philadelphia, as well as the lives of the sailors who manned them. The author provides a wealth of information on the city's shipyards, maritime commerce, and the lives of the people who made their living on the waterfront. Maritime Philadelphia 1609-1837 is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Philadelphia, the maritime industry, or American history in general.This Article Was Originally Featured In The April 1939 Issue Of The Pennsylvania Magazine Of History And Biography.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: 1163184004
• ISBN13: 9781163184004
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.17 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"