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History of Perry County, in Pennsylvania (Classic Reprint): From the Earliest Settlement to the Present Time - Couverture souple

Silas Wright

 
9780282433604: History of Perry County, in Pennsylvania (Classic Reprint): From the Earliest Settlement to the Present Time

Synopsis

Tracing Perry County from its first settlers to the present, this volume illuminates a rich local history.

This edition compiles a thorough portrait of the county’s origin, growth, and geography. It covers early arrivals, conflicts with Indigenous peoples, and the shifts that shaped the landscape from colonial times to more recent decades. Readers will find sections on geology, natural resources, and the flora that once characterized the region, along with biographical sketches and notable local events.

The book blends narrative history with documentary detail, offering insight into how settlements formed, how land was organized, and how economic and social life evolved in central Pennsylvania. It presents a grounded, accessible account that connects place, people, and period.

- Discover how early settlers shaped the boundaries, governance, and communities of Perry County.
- Learn about the county’s geology, soils, minerals, and the glimpses of its natural wealth.
- Explore notable local figures, educational efforts, and cultural traditions documented in this edition.
- Get a sense of daily life through anecdotes, timelines, and preserved records.

Ideal for readers of local history, genealogists tracing Perry County families, and anyone curious about the county’s formation and development.

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Présentation de l'éditeur

Originally published in 1873. This volume from the Cornell University Library's print collections was scanned on an APT BookScan and converted to JPG 2000 format by Kirtas Technologies. All titles scanned cover to cover and pages may include marks notations and other marginalia present in the original volume.

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