Westmoreland County, Virginia, 1653-1912 - Lawrence Washington - Bog

Westmoreland County, Virginia, 1653-1912: Parts One And Two, A Short Chapter And Bright Day In Its History is a historical book written by Lawrence Washington. It provides a comprehensive overview of the history of Westmoreland County, Virginia, from its establishment in 1653 to 1912. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part covering the early history of the county, including its founding, early settlements, and the impact of the American Revolution. The second part focuses on the county's development in the 19th and early 20th centuries, including its role in the Civil War, the growth of industry and agriculture, and the emergence of new communities. The book also includes a short chapter on the history of the Washington family, who played a prominent role in the county's history. Overall, Westmoreland County, Virginia, 1653-1912 provides a detailed account of the people, events, and institutions that shaped the history of this important region of Virginia.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.