East Jersey Under The Proprietary Governments - William Adee Whitehead - Bog

East Jersey Under The Proprietary Governments: A Narrative Of Events Connected With The Settlement And Progress Of The Province (1875) is a historical book written by William Adee Whitehead. The book provides a comprehensive account of the settlement and progress of East Jersey under the proprietary governments. It covers the period from the early 17th century, when the Dutch first established a trading post in the region, to the late 18th century, when the province became part of the newly formed United States of America.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a particular aspect of East Jersey's history. The first chapter provides an overview of the region's geography and natural resources, while the second chapter examines the early Dutch and English settlements. Subsequent chapters cover various topics, including the establishment of the proprietary governments, the struggles between the governors and the assembly, the growth of the economy, and the impact of the American Revolution.Throughout the book, Whitehead draws on a wide range of primary sources, including official documents, letters, diaries, and newspapers. He also includes numerous maps and illustrations to help readers visualize the region's geography and history.Overall, East Jersey Under The Proprietary Governments is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of New Jersey or the early colonial period in America. It provides a detailed and engaging account of the region's settlement and progress under the proprietary governments, and sheds light on the social, economic, and political forces that shaped the province's history.A Narrative Of Events Connected With The Settlement And Progress Of The Province, Until The Surrender Of The Government To The Crown In 1703. Also Contains The Model Of The Government Of The Province Of East New Jersey In America.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.