The Story Of The Washington Coachee And Of The Powel Coach, Which Is Now At Mount Vernon (1908)

""The Story Of The Washington Coachee And Of The Powel Coach, Which Is Now At Mount Vernon"" is a historical book written by Mary Stevens Beall in 1908. The book tells the story of two coaches that were used by prominent figures in American history. The first coach, the Washington Coachee, was used by George Washington during his presidency. The second coach, the Powel Coach, was used by Samuel Powel, the last mayor of Philadelphia before the American Revolution. The book provides a detailed history of both coaches, including their construction, ownership, and use. It also explores the cultural significance of these coaches and how they were seen as symbols of power and prestige. The book includes illustrations and photographs of the coaches, as well as anecdotes and stories about their use by Washington and Powel. Overall, ""The Story Of The Washington Coachee And Of The Powel Coach, Which Is Now At Mount Vernon"" is a fascinating look at two important pieces of American history and the role they played in shaping the country's cultural identity. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of American transportation and the cultural significance of objects.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.