Notes Geographical and Historical, Relating to the Town of Brooklyn in Kings…
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"Notes Geographical and Historical, Relating to the Town of Brooklyn in Kings…" by Gabriel Furman is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This work provides a detailed exploration of Brooklyn's geography, history, and development, aiming to preserve knowledge about the town and its past inhabitants for future citizens. The book tends to focus on the significant historical events, land grants, and the lifestyle of the early inhabitants of Brooklyn.
The opening of the book introduces its purpose as a collection of notes designed to serve the residents of Brooklyn. It highlights the town's geographical boundaries and delves into its historical ownership, including its Indian heritage and early Dutch settlements. The Compiler expresses gratitude to those who assisted in gathering historical facts, framing the narrative around the town’s past, including its unique naming conventions, significant landmarks, and the lives of its early inhabitants. Through these notes, readers are invited to reflect on Brooklyn's rich historical tapestry, from its origins to its development as a vital part of New York State. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Furman, Gabriel, 1800-1854 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 01014150 |
| Title | Notes Geographical and Historical, Relating to the Town of Brooklyn in Kings County on Long-Island |
| Credits |
Produced by Chuck Greif and The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 59.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | F106: United States local history: Atlantic coast. Middle Atlantic States |
| Subject | Brooklyn (New York, N.Y.) -- History |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 56078 |
| Release Date | Nov 29, 2017 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 475 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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