Bøger af Usher Parsons

Discover the captivating story of Sir William Pepperrell, one of the most notable figures in colonial New England. In this meticulously researched biography, Usher Parsons offers readers a detailed account of Pepperrell's life, from his early days in the merchant trade to his pivotal role in the Siege of Louisbourg during the French and Indian War. With vivid descriptions of the people and events that shaped Pepperrell's life, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of colonial America.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

This captivating historical account details the pivotal Battle of Lake Erie during the War of 1812. Usher Parsons, a surgeon aboard one of the American ships, provides a firsthand narrative of the naval conflict that proved to be a turning point in the war. From the vivid descriptions of the ships and the battle's stunning maneuvers to the heartbreaking aftermath of fallen soldiers, Parsons' writing immerses readers in the epic struggle between the American and British forces. History buffs and military enthusiasts won't want to miss this thrilling retelling of one of the most significant battles of the early 19th century.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

This book chronicles the Battle of Lake Erie, a pivotal moment in the War of 1812, and provides insight into the history of early America. Usher Parsons delivers a thoughtful discourse that explores the context and significance of the battle, as well as its far-reaching consequences. A must-read for anyone interested in American history and military strategy.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

This scarce antiquarian book is included in our special Legacy Reprint Series. In the interest of creating a more extensive selection of rare historical book reprints, we have chosen to reproduce this title even though it may possibly have occasional imperfections such as missing and blurred pages, missing text, poor pictures, markings, dark backgrounds and other reproduction issues beyond our control. Because this work is culturally important, we have made it available as a part of our commitment to protecting, preserving and promoting the world's literature.

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The Life of William Pepperell is a biography written by Usher Parsons in 1855. The book tells the story of William Pepperell, a prominent figure in colonial America who played a significant role in the French and Indian War. Pepperell was born in Maine in 1696 and went on to become a successful merchant, politician, and military leader. He was instrumental in the capture of the French fortress at Louisbourg in 1745, a key victory for the British during the war. The book explores Pepperell's life in detail, including his early years, his rise to prominence, and his military achievements. It also provides insight into the social and political climate of colonial America during this time. The Life of William Pepperell is a well-researched and engaging biography that offers readers a fascinating glimpse into the life of an important figure in American history.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.

Leighton genealogy: - An account of the descendants of Capt. William Leighton, of Kittery, Maine : with collateral notes relating to the Frost, Hill, Bane, Wentworth, Langdon, Bragdon, Parsons, Pepperrell, Fernald, Nason and other families of York Cou is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1885.Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.