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The National Capital, Past And Present: The Story Of Its Settlement, Progress, And Development (1885)

The National Capital, Past And Present: The Story Of Its Settlement, Progress, And Development (1885)

Hutchins, Stilson
Joseph West Moore

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ISBN10: 1437319696
ISBN13: 9781437319699
Publisher: Indypublish.Com
Published: Nov 26 2008
Pages: 356
Weight: 1.76
Height: 0.74 Width: 8.25 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
The National Capital, Past and Present is a historical account of the development of Washington D.C. from its early settlement to the late 19th century. The book provides a detailed narrative of the city's growth, including its political, social, and economic history. The author, Stilson Hutchins, was a prominent journalist and founder of the Washington Post, and his writing is characterized by a journalistic style that is both informative and engaging. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the design and construction of the city, the role of slavery in its early years, and the political struggles that shaped its development. It also includes a wealth of information about the city's notable landmarks and institutions, such as the White House, the Capitol, and Georgetown University. Overall, The National Capital, Past and Present is a comprehensive and fascinating account of the history of one of America's most important cities.With Profuse Illustrations Of Its Historical Objects, Public Buildings, Memorial Statuary, And Beautiful Homes.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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