This book, a profound exploration of Lake Champlain's discovery and the pivotal role it played in shaping the region's history, commemorates the 300th anniversary of Samuel de Champlain's groundbreaking expedition. The author meticulously weaves together historical accounts, military engagements, and cultural anecdotes, vividly portraying the lake's transformation from an aboriginal domain to a contested frontier and, finally, to a peaceful waterway of commerce and recreation. The book delves into the region's strategic importance during the French and Indian War, the American Revolution, and the War of 1812, highlighting the pivotal naval battles fought on its waters. Beyond its military significance, the book explores the lake's enduring legacy as a corridor for missionaries, fur traders, and settlers, and its profound influence on the development of New York State and the formation of American institutions. Ultimately, this book celebrates the lasting impact of Champlain's discovery, showcasing the lake as a symbol of exploration, conflict, and the enduring spirit of the region.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book, a profound exploration of Lake Champlain's discovery and the pivotal role it played in shaping the region's history, commemorates the 300th anniversary of Samuel de Champlain's groundbreaking expedition. The author meticulously weaves together historical accounts, military engagements, and cultural anecdotes, vividly portraying the lake's transformation from an aboriginal domain to a contested frontier and, finally, to a peaceful waterway of commerce and recreation. The book delves into the region's strategic importance during the French and Indian War, the American Revolution, and the War of 1812, highlighting the pivotal naval battles fought on its waters. Beyond its military significance, the book explores the lake's enduring legacy as a corridor for missionaries, fur traders, and settlers, and its profound influence on the development of New York State and the formation of American institutions. Ultimately, this book celebrates the lasting impact of Champlain's discovery, showcasing the lake as a symbol of exploration, conflict, and the enduring spirit of the region. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781333540357_0
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