A Concise History Of The City Of Alexandria, Virginia: From 1669 To 1883 (1883) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781166442644)

""A Concise History Of The City Of Alexandria, Virginia: From 1669 To 1883"" is a historical book written by Franklin Longdon Brockett in 1883. The book provides a detailed account of the development of Alexandria, Virginia from its establishment in 1669 until the year 1883. The author covers the early colonial period, the American Revolution, the War of 1812, and the Civil War, highlighting the city's role in each of these events.The book is divided into chapters that cover different time periods, with each chapter providing a comprehensive overview of the major events and developments that occurred during that time. The author also includes information on the city's economy, social structure, and cultural life, providing readers with a complete picture of life in Alexandria during each era.The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to readers with a range of backgrounds and interests. The author draws on a variety of primary sources, including letters, diaries, and newspaper articles, to provide a rich and detailed account of Alexandria's history.Overall, ""A Concise History Of The City Of Alexandria, Virginia: From 1669 To 1883"" is an informative and engaging book that provides readers with a comprehensive overview of the history of this important American city. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Virginia, the American Revolution, or the Civil War.With A Directory Of Reliable Business Houses In The City.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.

Author: Franklin Longdon Brockett, George W. Rock
ISBN-10: 1166442640
ISBN-13: 9781166442644
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 148
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.46lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.32d