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Our Colonial Ancestors and Their Descendants (Classic Reprint): Historical, Genealogical, Biographical - Couverture souple

Henry Whittemore

 
9781330891391: Our Colonial Ancestors and Their Descendants (Classic Reprint): Historical, Genealogical, Biographical

Synopsis

Explore the beginnings of New York through a detailed blend of history, genealogy, and biography. This classic reference traces the discovery, settlement, and key families of New Netherland, from Hendrick Hudson’s voyages to the rise of the Knickerbocker lineage. Rich with archival notes, maps, and firsthand records, it reveals how early colonial life shaped the region and its people.

In this volume, you’ll encounter:
- The birth of the Dutch colony and the growth of its trading networks
- Profiles of influential families and their interconnections across New York and New England
- Genealogical notes, place names, and notable church and land records
- Biographical sketches of leaders, soldiers, merchants, and settlers who built the early American landscape

Ideal for readers of American history, genealogy, and colonial biographical histories who want a grounded, document-driven look at the settlers who shaped New York’s past.

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