Yonkers in the Twentieth Century

by Marilyn E. Weigold and Yonkers Historical Society

Book Overview

Yonkers in the Twentieth Century chronicles the decline and rebirth of the fourth largest city in New York State, once known as "the Queen City of the Hudson" and "the City of Gracious Living." Previously an industrial powerhouse, the city's factories turned out essential items that helped the United States win two world wars. Following World War II, the industrial base of Yonkers eroded as companies moved away, contributing to an increase...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1438453930
• ISBN13: 9781438453934
• Release Date: December 2014
• Publisher: Excelsior Editions/State University of New Yo
• Length: 380 Pages
• Weight: 1.58 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 6.3" x 9.2"