The History Of Kingston, New York : From Its Early Settlement To The Year 1820 (1888) (Hardcover)

""The History of Kingston, New York: From Its Early Settlement to the Year 1820"" is a comprehensive historical account of the city of Kingston, New York, written by Marius Schoonmaker and originally published in 1888. The book traces the city's history from its earliest days as a Dutch settlement in the 17th century, through the American Revolution, and up to the year 1820. Schoonmaker's detailed narrative covers a wide range of topics, including the city's early economic development, the role of the Dutch in shaping its culture and architecture, the impact of the American Revolution on the city and its residents, and the growth of industry and commerce in the early 19th century. The book is based on extensive research and includes numerous primary source documents, such as letters, diaries, and government records, as well as maps and illustrations. It also provides biographical sketches of notable residents and leaders of the city during this period. Overall, ""The History of Kingston, New York"" is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of this important city and its role in the development 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.