Memorial History Of Bradford, Massachusetts (1883)

The Memorial History of Bradford, Massachusetts is a historical account of the town of Bradford, Massachusetts, published in 1883. The book was written by John Dennison Kingsbury, a local historian and teacher who was born and raised in Bradford. The book covers the history of the town from its earliest days as a small settlement of Native Americans and European settlers to the present day. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different period in the town's history. The first chapter covers the pre-colonial period, when the area was inhabited by the Pennacook tribe of Native Americans. The second chapter covers the early colonial period, when the first European settlers arrived in the area and began to establish a community. Subsequent chapters cover the town's role in the American Revolution, its growth and development during the 19th century, and its contributions to the Civil War. The book also includes chapters on the town's churches, schools, and prominent citizens.Throughout the book, Kingsbury draws on a wide range of sources, including town records, diaries, and personal accounts, to provide a detailed and engaging account of Bradford's history. The book is well-illustrated with maps, photographs, and other images, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of this important New England town.Including Addresses Delivered At The Two Hundredth Anniversary Of The First Church Of Bradford, December 27, 1882.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.