Valparaiso: Looking Back, Moving Forward - Couverture rigide

Mullins, LAN; Mullins, Lanette

Couverture rigide

ISBN 10 : 1531613985 ISBN 13 : 9781531613983

Editeur : Arcadia Publishing Library Editions, 2002

Synopsis

The rich history of Valparaiso spans centuries. Originally home to the Potawatomi Indians, the area was a centralized meeting place for many Native American tribes. The land was sold to the U.S. in 1832, and in 1836, Porter County was formed when the area was separated from LaPorte County. The new county was named in honor of Comdr. David Porter, who played a significant role in the War of 1812 at the Battle of Valparaiso, Chile. The county seat was named Portersville. In 1837, Portersville was proudly renamed Valparaiso, which literally means "vale of paradise," to further honor Commodore Porter. In Valparaiso, Indiana: Looking Back, Moving Forward author Lanette Mullins chronicles the history and development of the city, with its small-town charm, in over 200 vintage images. The book features photographs of the historic homes that grace the city streets, the famous individuals who walked them, the influential history of Valparaiso University, and the cultural institutions throughout the city.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Arcadia Publishing Library Editions
• Date d'édition: 2002
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1531613985
• ISBN 13: 9781531613983
• Reliure: Relié
• Nombre de pages: 130
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible