Ten Million Acres: The Life Of William Benjamin Munson is a biography written by Donald Joseph that chronicles the life of William Benjamin Munson, a prominent figure in the American West during the late 19th century. Munson was a land speculator who amassed an enormous fortune by acquiring vast tracts of land in the western United States, totaling over ten million acres.The book traces Munson's life from his early years in New York to his eventual move westward, where he became involved in the booming real estate market of ...
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Ten Million Acres: The Life Of William Benjamin Munson is a biography written by Donald Joseph that chronicles the life of William Benjamin Munson, a prominent figure in the American West during the late 19th century. Munson was a land speculator who amassed an enormous fortune by acquiring vast tracts of land in the western United States, totaling over ten million acres.The book traces Munson's life from his early years in New York to his eventual move westward, where he became involved in the booming real estate market of the late 1800s. Joseph provides a detailed account of Munson's business dealings, including his acquisition of land through government grants and his role in the development of several major cities in the West.The biography also delves into Munson's personal life, including his relationships with his family and his involvement in politics. Munson was a staunch Republican and was involved in several campaigns throughout his life.Overall, Ten Million Acres offers a comprehensive look at the life of William Benjamin Munson and his impact on the development of the American West. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of land speculation during a time of great change and growth in the United States.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.
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