Excerpt from Documents, Chiefly Unpublished, Relating to the Huguenot Emigration to Virginia and to the Settlement at Manakin-Town: With an Appendix of Genealogies, Presenting Data of the Fontaine, Maury, Dupuy, Trabue, Marye, Chastain, Cocke, and Other Families, Edited and Compiled for the Virginia Historical Society
The history of the religious persecution of the Huguenots in France, from the massacre of St. Bartholomew to the infamous, outrages which preceded and followed the Revocation of the Edict of Nantes, is so familiar, through frequent graphic narra tive, that any attempt at repetition here would be quite unneces sary, were the means to be employed adequate. But recently this topic has been ably considered, and a comprehensive narra tive of the establishment of the fugitive Protestants in the New World presented as well.8 An unpretentious assembling of scattered data relating to the Huguenot settlement in Virginia, and of families of the lineage, happily to Serve as material in abler hands in the future, may only'be essayed by the present editor.'
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Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the Huguenot emigration to Virginia in the late 17th and early 18th centuries, offering a fascinating glimpse into a lesser-known chapter of American colonial history. Set against the backdrop of religious persecution in France, the author meticulously assembles scattered data and personal narratives to paint a vivid picture of the Huguenots' journey and their subsequent establishment in the New World. Through detailed accounts of individual families and prominent figures, the book explores the challenges and triumphs faced by these refugees as they sought religious freedom and built new lives in Virginia. The reader encounters ministers, physicians, artisans, and farmers, all contributing their skills and resilience to the burgeoning colony. The book not only illuminates the historical context of the Huguenot settlement but also delves into the lasting impact these immigrants had on Virginia's social, cultural, and economic landscape. By tracing their lineage and highlighting their contributions, the author reveals the enduring legacy of the Huguenots and their significant role in shaping the early American experience. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Codice articolo 9781332296095_0
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