Sketches of Pitt County is a historical book written by Henry Thomas King in 1911. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history of Pitt County from the year 1704 to 1910. The author presents a detailed account of the county's early settlement, its growth and development over the years, and the significant events that shaped the region's history. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a specific period in Pitt County's history. The author begins by discussing the county's early settlement and the challenges faced by its early settlers. He then goes on to describe the county's economic development, including the growth of agriculture, commerce, and industry. King also provides a detailed account of the county's involvement in the American Revolution, the Civil War, and other significant events in American history. He highlights the contributions of Pitt County's residents to these events and their impact on the region's development. Throughout the book, King includes numerous sketches and illustrations of the people, places, and events he describes. These sketches provide readers with a visual representation of the county's history and help bring the stories to life. Overall, Sketches of Pitt County is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of the region. It provides a detailed and engaging account of the county's development over the years and the significant events that shaped its 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.
