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A Colonial Scottish Jacobite Family: The Establishment In Virginia Of A Branch Of The Humes Of Wedderburn

A Colonial Scottish Jacobite Family: The Establishment In Virginia Of A Branch Of The Humes Of Wedderburn

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Biographies GeneralFiction AnthologiesRegional: Middle Atlantic

ISBN10: 1258017873
ISBN13: 9781258017873
Publisher: Literary Licensing Llc
Published: May 15 2011
Pages: 184
Weight: 1.59
Height: 0.50 Width: 8.50 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
A Colonial Scottish Jacobite Family: The Establishment In Virginia Of A Branch Of The Humes Of Wedderburn is a historical book written by Edgar Erskine Hume. The book tells the story of a Scottish family, the Humes of Wedderburn, who were supporters of the Jacobite cause during the 18th century. The book focuses on the establishment of a branch of the Humes in Virginia, where they settled and became prominent members of society.The book begins by tracing the history of the Hume family in Scotland, and their involvement in the Jacobite uprisings of 1715 and 1745. It then goes on to describe how a branch of the family, led by George Hume, migrated to Virginia in the early 18th century. The book details the family's experiences in Virginia, including their interactions with other prominent families in the area, their involvement in local politics, and their participation in the American Revolution.Throughout the book, the author provides a detailed account of the Hume family's history, including their genealogy and the various branches of the family that emerged over time. The book also includes numerous illustrations, maps, and genealogical charts to help readers better understand the family's history and lineage.Overall, A Colonial Scottish Jacobite Family: The Establishment In Virginia Of A Branch Of The Humes Of Wedderburn is a fascinating historical account of a Scottish family and their experiences in colonial America. It provides a unique perspective on the Jacobite cause and its impact on Scottish families, as well as the role of Scottish immigrants in the development of early America.Illustrated By Letters And Other Contemporary Documents.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.

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