History Of Rye, Westchester County, New York, 1660-1870

The book ""History of Rye, Westchester County, New York, 1660-1870: Including Harrison and the White Plains Till 1788"" was written by Charles Washington Baird and was published in 1871. The book provides a comprehensive history of Rye, a town in Westchester County, New York, from its founding in 1660 until 1870. It also includes information about the neighboring towns of Harrison and White Plains up until 1788. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the town's early settlers, its role in the American Revolution, its economic development, and its social and cultural history. Baird also delves into the town's religious history, including the establishment of various churches and the role of religion in the community. Throughout the book, Baird draws on a variety of primary sources, including town records, diaries, and letters, to provide a detailed and engaging account of Rye's history. The book is an important resource for anyone interested in the history of Westchester County, New York, or in the history of colonial America more broadly.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.