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Da: Forgotten Books, London, Regno Unito
Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a captivating historical journey into the founding and development of a pivotal location in early American history: Vincennes, Indiana. Tracing the settlement's evolution from a native Miami village to a key French outpost and ultimately a British stronghold, the author illuminates the complex interplay of cultures, conflicts, and political ambitions that shaped this frontier town. You'll discover the compelling stories of the French soldiers, missionaries, and fur traders who braved the wilderness and established a presence on the Wabash River. The book details the early struggles for control of the land, including the bloody Chickasaw campaign and the devastating influence of the Pontiac Conspiracy. Through vivid accounts of daily life and the personalities of key figures, the author provides a glimpse into the unique blend of French and Native American customs that defined the early years of Vincennes. The book delves into the changing power dynamics of the region as British authority replaced French control, marking a significant turning point in the history of the American West. The author expertly weaves together accounts of the fur trade, religious practices, and the rise and fall of different colonial powers to paint a rich and engaging portrait of this frontier community. Through its exploration of Vincennes' early years, the book offers a unique perspective on the complex forces that shaped the development of the American frontier. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item. Codice articolo 9780282345747_0
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PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Codice articolo LW-9780282345747
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Da: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Regno Unito
PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Codice articolo LW-9780282345747
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