History Of Discovery And Exploration On The Coasts Of The United States (1885)

""History of Discovery and Exploration on the Coasts of the United States"" is a book written by Johann Georg Kohl and published in 1885. The book provides a comprehensive account of the early explorations and discoveries made on the coasts of the United States, from the time of the Vikings to the late 19th century. The author covers the voyages of Christopher Columbus, John Cabot, Sir Francis Drake, and other explorers who played a significant role in the discovery and colonization of America. The book is divided into several chapters, each covering a different period of exploration and discovery. The author provides detailed descriptions of the various expeditions, including the routes taken, the challenges faced by the explorers, and the impact of their discoveries on the development of the United States. Kohl draws extensively from primary sources such as journals, letters, and official reports to provide an accurate and detailed account of the events. He also includes maps and illustrations to help readers visualize the locations and routes of the explorers. Overall, ""History of Discovery and Exploration on the Coasts of the United States"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the early history of America and the role of exploration and discovery in shaping its development.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.