Pennsylvania At The Jamestown Exposition: Hampton Roads, Virginia, 1907 (1908)

By James H. Lambert

Book Overview

Pennsylvania at the Jamestown Exposition: Hampton Roads, Virginia, 1907 (1908) is a book written by James H. Lambert. The book is a historical account of the participation of the state of Pennsylvania in the Jamestown Exposition, which was held in Hampton Roads, Virginia in 1907. The exposition was organized to celebrate the 300th anniversary of the founding of Jamestown, the first permanent English settlement in North America.The book provides a detailed description of the Pennsylvania Pavilion, which was one of the main attractions at the exposition. The pavilion was designed to showcase the state's industrial, agricultural, and cultural achievements. It featured exhibits from various industries, including coal mining, steel production, and agriculture. The pavilion also had a large auditorium where music concerts and other cultural events were held.The book also describes the Pennsylvania Day celebration, which was held on September 26, 1907. The celebration was attended by thousands of people and featured a parade, speeches, and other festivities. The book provides a detailed account of the speeches given by Pennsylvania officials and the reactions of the crowd.Overall, Pennsylvania at the Jamestown Exposition: Hampton Roads, Virginia, 1907 (1908) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Pennsylvania and the Jamestown Exposition. It provides a detailed account of the state's participation in the exposition and offers insights into the cultural and industrial achievements of the state at the 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: 1167008324
• ISBN13: 9781167008320
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 374 Pages
• Weight: 1.10 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"