Download or read book Old Washington D C in Early Photographs 1846 1932 written by Robert Reed and published by Courier Corporation. This book was released on 2013-06-18 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 224 rare photos: Lincoln's inauguration, Ford's Theater in 1865, Frederick Douglass, Women's Suffrage Parade, Georgetown in 1893, more. Stunning views by Brady, Bishop, Peale, others. Pre-Civil War to modern era.
Download or read book Digging for History at Old Washington written by Mary L. Kwas and published by University of Arkansas Press. This book was released on 2009-01-01 with total page 357 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Positioned along the legendary Southwest Trail, the town of Washington in Hempstead County in southwest Arkansas was a thriving center of commerce, business, and county government in the nineteenth century. Historical figures such as Davy Crockett and Sam Houston passed through, and during the Civil War, when the Federal troops occupied Little Rock, the Hempstead County Courthouse in Washington served as the seat of state government. A prosperous town fully involved in the events and society of the territorial, antebellum, Civil War, and Reconstruction eras, Washington became in a way frozen in time by a series of events including two fires, a tornado, and being bypassed by the railroad in 1874. Now an Arkansas State Park and National Historic Landmark, Washington has been studied by the Arkansas Archeological Survey over the past twenty-five years. Digging for History at Old Washington joins the historical record with archaeological findings such as uncovered construction details, evidence of lost buildings, and remnants of everyday objects. Of particular interest are the homes of Abraham Block, a Jewish merchant originally from New Orleans, and Simon Sanders from North Carolina, who became the town’s county clerk. The public and private lives of the Block and Sanders families provide a fascinating look at an antebellum town at the height of its prosperity.
Download or read book A Little Girls in Old Washington written by Amanda M. Douglas and published by BoD – Books on Demand. This book was released on 2020-08-02 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reproduction of the original: A Little Girls in Old Washington by Amanda M. Douglas
Download or read book A Little Girl in Old Washington written by Amanda M. Douglas and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-10-12 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Little Girl in Old Washington by Amanda M. Douglas is a heartwarming tale that chronicles the adventures of a young girl in historic Washington. Douglas beautifully captures the essence of the era, the vibrancy of the city, and the joys and challenges of growing up, offering readers a nostalgic journey back in time.
Download or read book Preep of Old Washington Square written by Sarah Jackson and published by Halcyon Press Ltd.. This book was released on 2005 with total page 49 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A mother cardinal teaches her son Preep about the area where their cardinal family has always lived.
Download or read book A Little Girl in Old Washington written by Amanda Minnie Douglas and published by BoD - Books on Demand. This book was released on 2023-08-10 with total page 233 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "A Little Girl in Old Washington" by Amanda M. Douglas is a captivating historical novel that transports readers to the heart of the bustling city of Washington, D.C., during a transformative period in American history. Through the eyes of a young protagonist, the novel offers a vivid and immersive experience of life in the nation's capital, capturing both the historical events and personal stories that shaped the era. The title, "A Little Girl in Old Washington," encapsulates the essence of the story – the adventures and experiences of a young girl growing up in the dynamic and vibrant city of Washington. Set against the backdrop of a pivotal time in American history, the novel delves into themes of patriotism, social change, family, and the pursuit of dreams. The narrative follows the journey of the young protagonist as she navigates the streets, neighborhoods, and landmarks of Old Washington. Through her interactions with a diverse cast of characters, readers gain insights into the political, social, and cultural fabric of the city during the period. The author's meticulous attention to historical details paints a vivid portrait of the city's architecture, traditions, and daily life. As the young girl embarks on various adventures and forms meaningful connections, readers witness the ways in which historical events and societal shifts impact individual lives. The novel skillfully weaves together personal narratives with larger historical contexts, offering a rich tapestry of experiences that resonate with readers of all ages. Central to the narrative is the protagonist's personal growth and development. As she encounters challenges, makes friends, and explores her surroundings, readers are treated to a heartwarming and relatable coming-of-age story. Her experiences reflect universal themes of determination, resilience, and the power of hope in the face of adversity. Through "A Little Girl in Old Washington," readers gain a deeper understanding of the historical and cultural forces that shaped the nation's capital. The novel serves as a bridge between the past and the present, highlighting the enduring significance of Washington, D.C., as a center of political and social change. In conclusion, "A Little Girl in Old Washington" is a beautifully crafted historical novel that brings the past to life through the eyes of a young protagonist. Amanda M. Douglas' storytelling prowess and historical acumen create a narrative that is both informative and emotionally resonant. As readers follow the young girl's journey through the streets of Old Washington, they are transported to a bygone era while also recognizing the timeless themes of growth, friendship, and the pursuit of a brighter future.
Download or read book Life of Washington written by Anna C. Reed and published by New Leaf Publishing Group. This book was released on 2009 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ASSU missionaries carried books published by the mission, to start the fledgling Sunday schools they had started, promoting literacy. This book was among the most widely-read biographies of Washington in the 1800's.
Download or read book Voice of the Old Wolf written by Steven Ross Evans and published by Washington State University Press. This book was released on 2021-07-07 with total page 370 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lucullus V. McWhorter met and befriended Yakama and Nez Perce warriors in 1903, forming deep relationships and accumulating facts, stories, and perspectives that would otherwise have been irretrievably lost. Adopted as an honorary member of the Yakama tribe and given the name Old Wolf, he served as a stirring spokesman for non-treaty bands and captured prominent Nez Perce voices in his classic Western histories, Yellow Wolf (1940) and Hear Me, My Chiefs! (1952). Originally published in 1996, Voice of the Old Wolf is the only biography of Lucullus V. McWhorter (1860-1944). Author Steven Ross Evans focused on the Yakima area rancher’s unique roles as Nez Perce tribal historian and collector of traditional lore to help fill a significant gap in the chronology of Nez Perce history--the post 1880s to the 1940s, and assembled numerous excellent photographs, many previously unpublished. This edition includes a new foreword describing the vast McWhorter collection held by Washington State University.
Download or read book Hiking Washington s History written by Judy Bentley and published by University of Washington Press. This book was released on 2021-05-31 with total page 338 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For thousands of years people have traveled across Washington’s spectacular terrain, establishing footpaths and roads to reach hunting grounds and coal mines high in the mountains, fishing sites and trade emporiums on the rivers, forests of old growth, and homesteads and towns on prairies. These traditional routes have been preserved in national parks, restored by cities and towns, salvaged from old railroad tracks, and opened to hikers by Indigenous communities. In this new, full-color edition of the first-ever hiking guide to the state’s historic trails, historian and hiker Judy Bentley teams up with veteran guidebook author Craig Romano to lead adventurers of all abilities along trails on the coast, over mountains, through national forests, across plateaus, and on the banks of the Columbia River. Features include: • 44 hikes, including 12 new additions • Full-color trail maps • A trails timeline that connects hikes to key events • Updated trail descriptions • Accounts from diaries, journals, and archives • Historical overviews of 8 regions of the state • Contemporary and historical photographs Bentley and Romano offer an essential boots-on-the ground history of some of the state’s most fascinating places.
Download or read book A Picture Book of George Washington written by David A. Adler and published by Lerner Publishing Group. This book was released on 2018-01-01 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "A lively fife and drum playing Yankee-Doodle-Dandy welcome the listener...A narrative tone that is sincere and respectful and a slow, even pace afford the young listener time to absorb facts." - AudioFile Magazine
Download or read book Rules of Civility and Decent Behavior in Company and Conversation written by George Washington and published by Bnpublishing.Com. This book was released on 2007-06-01 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book I am George Washington written by Brad Meltzer and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2016-09-06 with total page 41 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Children will want to read about our first president while discussing the presidential elections. This is the ninth book in the New York Times bestselling biography series that inspires while it informs and entertains. (Cover may vary) George Washington was never afraid to be the first to try something, from exploring the woods around his childhood home to founding a brand new nation, the United States of America. With his faith in the American people and tremendous bravery, he helped win the Revolutionary War and became the country’s first president. This friendly, fun biography series inspired the PBS Kids TV show Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum. One great role model at a time, these books encourage kids to dream big. Included in each book are: • A timeline of key events in the hero’s history • Photos that bring the story more fully to life • Comic-book-style illustrations that are irresistibly adorable • Childhood moments that influenced the hero • Facts that make great conversation-starters • A virtue this person embodies: George Washington's courage to set off a new course is highlighted here. You’ll want to collect each book in this dynamic, informative series!
Download or read book Old Washington written by Harriet Elizabeth Prescott Spofford and published by . This book was released on 1906 with total page 308 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Old MacDonald Had a Farm in Washington written by Forrest Everett and published by Familius. This book was released on 2019 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this version of the classic song, Old MacDonald has a farm filled with Washington animals.
Download or read book Washington Old Dominion Railroad written by David A. Guillaudeu and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2013 with total page 129 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover the contribution and history of the Washington & Old Dominion Railroad through pictures from the earliest days of building and development. The Alexandria, Loudoun & Hampshire Railroad laid track from Alexandria through Fairfax County and into Loudoun County towards the coalfields of West Virginia. In 1900, the Southern Railway, which had taken over the line, extended the railroad into Bluemont on the east side of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The Washington & Old Dominion Railway leased the Southern Railway's line in 1912, went into receivership in 1932, and was reorganized into the Washington & Old Dominion Railroad in 1935. The employees excavated the roadbed by hand, built stations and electric locomotives, reconfigured passenger cars, replaced diesel motors, and rebuilt bridges. Eventually, public roads and a lack of shipping and receiving industries forced the railroad into abandonment. Through old photographs, Washington & Old Dominion Railroad explores the efforts that went into building, operating, and maintaining the railroad whose right-of-way has now become the Northern Virginia Regional Park Authority's Washington & Old Dominion Railroad Regional Park.
Download or read book Reveille in Washington written by Margaret Leech and published by New York Review of Books. This book was released on 2011-06-07 with total page 522 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Winner of the Pulitzer Prize Featuring a foreword by Battle Cry of Freedom author James McPherson A vibrant portrait of Civil War-era Washington, D.C. that is “packed and running over with the anecdotes, scandals, personalities, and tragi-comedies of the day”—from the first woman to win the Pulitzer Prize for History (The New Yorker) 1860: The American capital is sprawling, fractured, squalid, colored by patriotism and treason, and deeply divided along the political lines that will soon embroil the nation in bloody conflict. Chaotic and corrupt, the young city is populated by bellicose congressmen, Confederate conspirators, and enterprising prostitutes. Soldiers of a volunteer army swing from the dome of the Capitol, assassins stalk the avenues, and Abraham Lincoln struggles to justify his presidency as the Union heads to war. Reveille in Washington focuses on the everyday politics and preoccupations of Washington during the Civil War. From the stench of corpse-littered streets to the plunging lace on Mary Lincoln’s evening gowns, Margaret Leech illuminates the city and its familiar figures—among them Abraham Lincoln, Jefferson Davis, Robert E. Lee, William Seward, and Mary Surratt—in intimate and fascinating detail. Leech’s book remains widely recognized as both an impressive feat of scholarship and an uncommonly engrossing work of history. “The best single popular account of Washington during the great convulsion of the Civil War.” —The Washington Post
Download or read book Washington s Road Nemacolin s path the First Chapter of the Old French War written by Archer Butler Hulbert and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2021-04-26 with total page 130 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Washington's Road (Nemacolin's path) the First Chapter of the Old French War" by Archer Butler Hulbert. Published by Good Press. Good Press publishes a wide range of titles that encompasses every genre. From well-known classics & literary fiction and non-fiction to forgotten−or yet undiscovered gems−of world literature, we issue the books that need to be read. Each Good Press edition has been meticulously edited and formatted to boost readability for all e-readers and devices. Our goal is to produce eBooks that are user-friendly and accessible to everyone in a high-quality digital format.
