Fifty Years In The Northwest by William H. C. Folsom

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Author Folsom, William H. C. (William Henry Carman), 1817-1900
Editor Edwards, E. E. (Elijah Evan), 1831-1915
LoC No. rc01001070
Title Fifty Years In The Northwest
With An Introduction And Appendix Containing Reminiscences, Incidents And Notes
Alternate Title 50 Years In The Northwest
Note Reading ease score: 73.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "Fifty Years In The Northwest" by William H. C. Folsom is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book chronicles Folsom's life experiences and observations as he navigates the significant transformations in the Northwestern territories over five decades. The narrative provides a personal glimpse into the pioneering days and the development of cities that laid the foundations for Wisconsin and Minnesota. The opening of the work introduces the author, W. H. C. Folsom, as he reflects on his journey from Maine to the Northwest Territory, starting his life at Prairie du Chien in 1836. He outlines his early life experiences, detailing his laborious beginnings and the events that shaped his move westward. The narrative emphasizes the hardships faced during these formative years and sets the stage for a rich historical recount of the changing landscapes and lives of early settlers, capturing both the challenges and triumphs that characterized the era. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class F590.3: United States local history: The West. Trans-Mississippi Region. Great Plains
Subject Minnesota -- History
Subject Wisconsin -- History
Category Text
EBook-No. 36375
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Mar 3, 2015
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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