The ""History of Sullivan County"" is a comprehensive book written by James Eldridge Quinlan in 1873. The book provides a detailed account of the history of Sullivan County, located in the state of New York. It covers the period from the earliest settlers to the time of publication, highlighting the significant events, people, and places that shaped the county's development.The book is divided into chapters, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of the county's history. The first few chapters deal with the early ...
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The ""History of Sullivan County"" is a comprehensive book written by James Eldridge Quinlan in 1873. The book provides a detailed account of the history of Sullivan County, located in the state of New York. It covers the period from the earliest settlers to the time of publication, highlighting the significant events, people, and places that shaped the county's development.The book is divided into chapters, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of the county's history. The first few chapters deal with the early history of Sullivan County, including the Native American tribes that inhabited the area before the arrival of European settlers. The subsequent chapters explore the county's growth and development during the colonial era, the American Revolution, and the early 19th century.The book also covers the county's involvement in the Civil War, with detailed accounts of the battles and the soldiers who fought in them. It provides information on the county's political and economic development, including the establishment of towns, the growth of industry, and the construction of transportation infrastructure.The ""History of Sullivan County"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of this region of New York. It provides a wealth of information on the people, places, and events that shaped the county's development, making it an essential read for historians, genealogists, and anyone interested in local history.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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