Open Daily: 10am - 10pm | Alley door pickup 10am - 7pm 3038 Hennepin Ave Minneapolis, MN
612-822-4611

  • Open Daily: 10am - 10pm
    Alley-side Pickup: 10am - 7pm

    3038 Hennepin Ave Minneapolis, MN
    612-822-4611

Open Daily: 10am - 10pm | Alley-side Pickup: 10am - 7pm
3038 Hennepin Ave Minneapolis, MN
612-822-4611
The History And Antiquities Of The City Of St. Augustine, Florida, Founded A.D. 1565: Comprising Some Of The Most Interesting Portions Of The Early Hi

The History And Antiquities Of The City Of St. Augustine, Florida, Founded A.D. 1565: Comprising Some Of The Most Interesting Portions Of The Early Hi

Fairbanks, George R.

Paperback

Fiction AnthologiesGeneral World HistoryRegional: Middle Atlantic

ISBN10: 1163969915
ISBN13: 9781163969915
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 220
Weight: 0.66
Height: 0.46 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The History and Antiquities of the City of St. Augustine, Florida, Founded A.D. 1565 is a book written by George R. Fairbanks and published in 1858. The book provides a comprehensive account of the early history of St. Augustine, Florida, from its founding in 1565 to the mid-19th century. It covers various aspects of the city's history, including its early Spanish settlement, the conflicts with the British and Native Americans, and the city's growth and development over time.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of St. Augustine's history. The first chapter provides an overview of the city's founding and early years, including the arrival of the Spanish explorer Pedro Men�����ndez de Avil�����s and the establishment of the first European settlement in what is now the United States. Subsequent chapters cover topics such as the city's role in the various conflicts that occurred in Florida during the 17th and 18th centuries, the growth of the city's economy and population, and the development of its cultural and social institutions.Throughout the book, Fairbanks draws on a variety of primary sources, including letters, diaries, and official documents, to provide a detailed and engaging account of St. Augustine's history. He also includes numerous illustrations and maps to help readers visualize the city's layout and landmarks.Overall, The History and Antiquities of the City of St. Augustine, Florida, Founded A.D. 1565 is an important historical document that provides valuable insights into the early history of one of America's oldest cities. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Florida or the development of colonial America.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.

3 different editions

Also available

Also in

Fiction Anthologies

View All