Annals Of Annapolis: Comprising Sundry Notices Of That Old City From The Period Of The First Settlements In Its Vicinity In The Year 1649,

By David Ridgely

Book Overview

Annals of Annapolis is a historical book written by David Ridgely that provides a comprehensive account of the city of Annapolis from its earliest days until the War of 1812. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a specific period in the city's history. The first chapter discusses the early settlements in the Annapolis area, including the arrival of the first colonists in 1649. Subsequent chapters explore the city's growth and development, including its role as the capital of Maryland and its importance as a center of trade and commerce. The book also covers the social and cultural life of Annapolis, including its famous taverns, theaters, and other public institutions. Finally, the book concludes with a detailed account of the city's involvement in the War of 1812, including the famous Battle of Annapolis. Overall, Annals of Annapolis is an important historical document that provides a fascinating glimpse into the early days of one of America's most historic cities.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164577263
• ISBN13: 9781164577263
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 290 Pages
• Weight: 0.86 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"