A History of the Lebanon Valley in Pennsylvania, V1-2 (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781258472979)

""A History Of The Lebanon Valley In Pennsylvania, V1-2"" is a comprehensive two-volume book written by Hiram Herr Shenk. The book provides an in-depth exploration of the history of the Lebanon Valley region in Pennsylvania, from its early settlement to the present day. The first volume of the book covers the period from the arrival of the first settlers in the region to the end of the Civil War. It delves into the early history of the Lebanon Valley, including the Native American tribes that inhabited the area before European settlement. The volume also covers the establishment of the first settlements in the region, the growth of the area's economy, and the impact of the Revolutionary War and the Civil War on the region.The second volume of the book covers the period from the end of the Civil War to the present day. It explores the development of the Lebanon Valley during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, including the growth of industry and the establishment of major institutions such as Lebanon Valley College. The volume also covers the impact of major events such as World War I and II, the Great Depression, and the Civil Rights Movement on the region.Throughout both volumes, Shenk provides detailed accounts of the people, places, and events that shaped the history of the Lebanon Valley. He draws on a wide range of primary sources, including government records, newspapers, and personal diaries, to provide a rich and nuanced picture of the region's past. Overall, ""A History Of The Lebanon Valley In Pennsylvania, V1-2"" is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of this important region of Pennsylvania.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: Hiram Herr Shenk
ISBN-10: 125847297X
ISBN-13: 9781258472979
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 09/08/2012
Pages: 644
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 3.89lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 1.38d