The book ""History of Whiteside County, Illinois: From Its First Settlement to the Present Time"" is a comprehensive account of the history of Whiteside County, Illinois, written by Charles Bent in 1877. The book covers the period from the county's earliest settlement to the time of its publication, providing a detailed and informative overview of the county's development and growth.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of the county's history. The first chapter provides an ...
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The book ""History of Whiteside County, Illinois: From Its First Settlement to the Present Time"" is a comprehensive account of the history of Whiteside County, Illinois, written by Charles Bent in 1877. The book covers the period from the county's earliest settlement to the time of its publication, providing a detailed and informative overview of the county's development and growth.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of the county's history. The first chapter provides an overview of the county's geography and natural resources, while subsequent chapters delve into topics such as the county's early pioneers, the establishment of towns and cities, and the development of industry and agriculture.Throughout the book, Bent draws on a wide range of primary sources, including official records, personal diaries and letters, and interviews with local residents. He also includes numerous illustrations and maps to help readers better understand the county's history and geography.Overall, ""History of Whiteside County, Illinois"" is an important historical document that provides a valuable insight into the development of one of Illinois' most important counties. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the region or in the broader history of 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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