History Of Lake Champlain: From It First Exploration By The French In 1609 To The Close Of The Year 1814 - Couverture souple

Palmer, Peter S

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 116360884X ISBN 13 : 9781163608845

Editeur : Kessinger Publishing, 2010

Synopsis

""History of Lake Champlain: From its First Exploration by the French in 1609 to the Close of the Year 1814"" is a comprehensive account of the history of Lake Champlain, a large freshwater lake located in North America. Written by Peter S. Palmer, the book covers the period from the lake's discovery by the French explorer Samuel de Champlain in 1609 to the end of the War of 1812 in 1814. The book begins by providing a detailed description of the lake and its surrounding regions, including the geography, flora, and fauna. It then delves into the history of the lake, starting with the arrival of the French explorers and their interactions with the Native American tribes in the area. The book covers the various conflicts that took place around the lake, including the French and Indian War, the American Revolution, and the War of 1812. Throughout the book, Palmer weaves together historical accounts, personal narratives, and primary sources to create a vivid and engaging picture of the lake's history. He highlights the key figures and events that shaped the region, including the exploits of Ethan Allen and the Green Mountain Boys, the Battle of Plattsburgh, and the construction of the Champlain Canal. Overall, ""History of Lake Champlain: From its First Exploration by the French in 1609 to the Close of the Year 1814"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of North America or the region surrounding Lake Champlain. It provides a detailed and engaging account of the lake's history, offering a glimpse into the lives and struggles of the people who lived and fought in the area.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.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Kessinger Publishing
• Date d'édition: 2010
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 116360884X
• ISBN 13: 9781163608845
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 282
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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