Hampton Roads Chronicles History From The Birthplace Of America

Author : Paul Clancy
Publisher : History Press Library Editions
Page : 162 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2009-04
Category : History
ISBN : 1540234339

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Hampton Roads Chronicles: History from the Birthplace of America by Paul Clancy Pdf

Just like the tide, history flows through every corner of Old Dominion's Hampton Roads region, and for decades it has been chronicled in the Virginian-Pilot's column, "Our Stories." These stories are now told by local historian and longtime columnist Paul Clancy, who offers up this unparalleled and uninhibited collection of articles and stunning historical images. Rediscover the history behind landmarks such as Fort Monroe, Sewell's Point and Cape Henry and take in the view from the vantage point of those who witnessed history being made before their eyes: stories about the hurricane of '33, the old fairgrounds on the bay, the trolleys that ran to Ocean View, the semipro baseball teams that battled for glory, the harrowing and courageous struggle for racial equality and the soldiers and sailors who went off to war. This is the real stuff of Hampton Roads history.

Author : Paul Clancy
Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2009-04-20
Category : History
ISBN : 9781614236474

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Hampton Roads Chronicles by Paul Clancy Pdf

Just like the tide, history flows through every corner of Old Dominions Hampton Roads region, and for decades it has been chronicled in the Virginian-Pilots column, Our Stories. These stories are now told by local historian and longtime columnist Paul Clancy, who offers up this unparalleled and uninhibited collection of articles and stunning historical images. Rediscover the history behind landmarks such as Fort Monroe, Sewells Point and Cape Henry and take in the view from the vantage point of those who witnessed history being made before their eyes: stories about the hurricane of 33, the old fairgrounds on the bay, the trolleys that ran to Ocean View, the semipro baseball teams that battled for glory, the harrowing and courageous struggle for racial equality and the soldiers and sailors who went off to war. This is the real stuff of Hampton Roads history.

Author : Bryan Hatchett
Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2021-05-31
Category : History
ISBN : 9781467149235

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Tidewater Spirit: Cultural Landmarks, Monuments & History of Eastern Virginia by Bryan Hatchett Pdf

Tidewater lies east of the fall line of the Virginia rivers that flow into the Chesapeake--a definition that dates back to colonial times. Much of what we know of seventeenth- and eighteenth-century Tidewater comes from the writings of Captain John Smith, William Byrd II and Thomas Jefferson. The Virginia of Smith, Byrd and Jefferson remains, in part, our Virginia. Geography and place names are largely the same. Their accounts of what they saw, where they traveled, what's in bloom and what's ready for harvest will sound very familiar. Read their words, paired with photographer and author Bryan Hatchett's stunning photographs of Tidewater landscapes and landmarks, and experience the continuity as well as the change that time has brought to this very special place.

Author : Paul Clancy
Publisher : Morgan James Publishing
Page : 346 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2013-01-01
Category : History
ISBN : 9781938467110

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Ironclad by Paul Clancy Pdf

The small, ungainly iron ship may have saved the union. Then in a vicious winter storm, it plunged into the depths of the Atlantic, seemingly lost forever. One hundred and forty years later, after a a search and recovery mission, its ponderous iron turret reemerged, dripping, from a rusting grave, returning priceless bits of history. In Ironclad, journalist Paul Clancy weaves three great sea adventures into a single mesmerizing tale of life and death. Naval heroism, the cold heart of battle, a killing storm, deep water salvage, flesh and blood historyÑIronclad has it all.

Author : Renee Wright
Publisher : The Countryman Press
Page : 456 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2011-10-17
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781581579031

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Explorer's Guide Virginia Beach, Richmond and Tidewater Virginia: Includes Williamsburg, Norfolk, and Jamestown: A Great Destination by Renee Wright Pdf

The definitive, comprehensive guide to Virginia Beach, Richmond and surrounding areas, with hundreds of lodging, dining, and recreational recommendations. Explore this vital region—Virginia Beach and Richmond, the state capitol. Author Renee Wright offers extensive coverage of Colonial Williamsburg, historic James-town, and Norfolk, home to the great Atlantic Fleet. Includes special sections on Civil War battlefields, maritime history, Hampton Roads’ quadricentennial, and bird-watching opportunities in the region.

Author : Henry Epps
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 358 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2012-08-26
Category : History
ISBN : 9781300129004

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A Concise Chronicle History of the African-American People Eperience in America by Henry Epps Pdf

This book highlights the great experences of African-American people in the United States.

Author : Henry Epps
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 358 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2012-09-04
Category : History
ISBN : 9781300161431

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A Concise Chronicle History of the African-American People Experience in America by Henry Epps Pdf

a concise chronicle history of the African American people experience in america histroy maps out the history of the black people from slavery to the white house. Blacks have suffered from slavery, lynching, brutailty and murder and yet these people are still thriving in a society that is oppossed to their success. We shall overcome can still be heard in the spirit of African-American people.

Author : Alice Matthews Erickson
Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
Page : 162 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2014-02-18
Category : History
ISBN : 9781625847010

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A Chronicle of Civil War Hampton, Virginia by Alice Matthews Erickson Pdf

From its beginning as a Tidewater town in the 1600s, Hampton, Virginia, has weathered many storms, including the disastrous effects of the Civil War and the difficulties of Reconstruction. The city's picturesque harbors have witnessed the rise of a thriving seafood industry, the growth of educational opportunity and the plight of Hampton's African American community. Author Alice Erickson uses her own family, the Hickman family, as a vehicle to unite compelling vignettes of Hampton's most storied era. Discover the intricacies of the Virginia secession, the turmoil of Federal occupation and the revitalization of Hampton out of the ashes of conflict. Follow along Erickson's tragic and adventurous story, whose ending has yet to be written.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 594 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2024-07-01
Category : Electronic
ISBN : KBNL:KBNL03000096629

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The Naval Chronicle, Containing a General and Biographical History of the Royal Navy of the United Kingdom, with a Variety of Original Papers on Nautical Subjects by Anonim Pdf

Author : James T. Controvich
Publisher : Scarecrow Press
Page : 432 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2011-03-28
Category : History
ISBN : 9780810874800

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African-Americans in Defense of the Nation by James T. Controvich Pdf

While the role of the African American in American history has been written about extensively, it is often difficult to locate the wealth of material that has been published. African-Americans in Defense of the Nation builds on a long list of early bibliographies concerning the subject, bringing together a broad spectrum of titles related to the African-American participation in America's wars. It covers both military exploits—as African Americans have been involved in every American conflict since the Revolution—and their participation in the homefront support.

Author : Theodore Corbett
Publisher : Pen and Sword Maritime
Page : 290 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2023-06-30
Category : History
ISBN : 9781399040457

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A Maritime History of the American Revolutionary War by Theodore Corbett Pdf

While many books have been written on the naval history of the Revolution, this is one of the first to treat it in its entirety as an Atlantic-wide conflict. While its geographical scope is vast, it features overlooked aspects of the war in which sloops and barges fought, actions which proved to be as decisive as the familiar ship of the line confrontations. It is also history from the bottom up, emphasizing the role of the crew as much the not always heroic officers. From naval perspective the rebellious colonies did not gain a military victory, though Benjamin Franklin was able to secure their independence at the peace table in Europe. The final chapter on the Royal Navy’s evacuation of white and black loyalists, will be examined in more detail in the author’s forthcoming Pen & Sword book.

Author : Peter Hore
Publisher : Casemate Publishers
Page : 338 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2016-11-07
Category : History
ISBN : 9781473895744

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The Trafalgar Chronicle by Peter Hore Pdf

This edition of the journal dedicated to sailing navies of the Georgian era examines the relationship between the British and American navies. The Trafalgar Chronicle, the yearbook of The 1805 Club, is a prime source of information and the publication of choice for new research about the Georgian navy, sometimes also loosely referred to as “Nelson’s Navy,” Successive editors have widened the scope to include all sailing navies of the period, but its scope reaches out to include all the sailing navies of the era. A fundamental thread running through the journal is the Trafalgar campaign and the epic battle of twenty-one October 1805 involving British, French, and Spanish ships, and some 30,000 men of a score of nations. Each volume is themed, and this new edition contains a particularly Anglo-American flavour, focussing on North America and North Americans in Nelson’s Navy, with one article, for example, describing how the U.S. National anthem was composed onboard a British warship. Seventeen articles offer a wealth of information and new research covering such diverse subjects as the true appearance of Victory and the story of the little known American, Sir Isaac Coffin, who helped carry the pall at Nelson’s funeral. With contributions from leading experts in the field and handsomely illustrated throughout, this yearbook casts intriguing light on that era of history which forever fascinates naval enthusiasts and historians alike.

Author : Susan Corbett
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 305 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2021-07-23
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781493045327

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Insiders' Guide® to Williamsburg by Susan Corbett Pdf

Experience America’s past and present-day glories in beautiful, historic Williamsburg, Jamestown, and Yorktown. Written by a local, this guide includes: Comprehensive listings of restaurants, cozy accommodations, and attractions the whole family can enjoy, including candlelight ghost tours, Colonial reenactments, and amusement parks with thrill rides and waterslides Countless details on annual events, festivals, shopping, and kid-friendly entertainment Advice on how to live and thrive in the area—from recreation to education

Author : Spencer C. Tucker
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 1134 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2014-06-11
Category : History
ISBN : 9781598841572

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The Encyclopedia of the Wars of the Early American Republic, 1783–1812 [3 volumes] by Spencer C. Tucker Pdf

Relatively little attention has been paid to American military history between 1783 and 1812—arguably the most formative years of the United States. This encyclopedia fills the void in existing literature and provides greater understanding of how the nation evolved during this era. This encyclopedia offers a comprehensive examination of U.S. military history from the beginning of the republic in 1783 up to the eve of war with Great Britain in 1812. It enables a detailed study of the Early Republic, during which ideological and political divisions occurred over the fledgling U.S. military. The entries cover all the important battles, key individuals, weapons, Indian nations, and treaties, as well as numerous social, political, cultural, and economic developments during this period. The contents of the work will enable readers at the high school, college, university, and even graduate level to comprehend how political parties emerged, and how ideological differences over the organization, size, and use of the military developed. Larger global developments, including Anglo-American and Franco-American interactions, relations between Middle Eastern states and the United States, and relations and warfare between the U.S. government and various Indian nations are also detailed. The extensive and detailed bibliographies will be immensely helpful to learners at all levels.

Author : Judith Pearson,John Rodgaard
Publisher : Seaforth Publishing
Page : 294 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2023-02-16
Category : History
ISBN : 9781399090476

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The Trafalgar Chronicle by Judith Pearson,John Rodgaard Pdf

The Trafalgar Chronicle, sponsored by The 1805 Club, is the publication of choice for new research about the Georgian Navy, sometimes called ‘Nelson’s Navy’, though its scope includes all the sailing navies of the period from 1714 to 1837. Our expert contributors for 2022 reside in the UK, US, Canada, and Denmark. Their contributions tell stories of drama, political intrigue, daring, ingenuity, war, and adventure on the world’s oceans. This year’s volume is based on the theme of scientific and technological advances in the navies of the Georgian era. Theme-related articles document aspects of the Industrial Revolution, describing developments, innovations, and inventions in manufacturing, engineering, gunnery and armaments, charting and navigation, sailing tactics, shipboard medicine, and explorations of the natural world. In the tradition of recent editions, the 2022 Trafalgar Chronicle also contains biographical sketches of Nelson’s contemporaries: Sir Harry Neale and George Matcham, brother-in-law to Lord Nelson. Two additional topics of general interest include a new perspective on single ship actions in the War of 1812 and a riveting tale of a futile Danish Navy expedition to Morocco in 1751. Handsomely illustrated, this issue will make a fascinating and admired addition to any naval history library.