History Of Bath And Environs

""History Of Bath And Environs: Sagadahoc County, Maine, 1607-1894"" is a historical book written by Parker McCobb Reed in 1894. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of Bath and its surrounding areas in Sagadahoc County, Maine, from the early colonial period in 1607 to the end of the 19th century. The author covers a wide range of topics, including the settlement of the area by Europeans, the development of the town of Bath, the growth of the shipbuilding industry, and the impact of the Civil War on the region.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a particular aspect of the history of Bath and Sagadahoc County. The first chapter provides an overview of the early history of the area, including the arrival of the first European settlers and the establishment of the town of Bath. The following chapters cover topics such as the growth of the shipbuilding industry, the impact of the Civil War on the region, and the development of the town's infrastructure.Throughout the book, Reed provides detailed information about the people, places, and events that shaped the history of Bath and Sagadahoc County. He draws on a wide range of primary sources, including historical documents, newspaper articles, and personal accounts, to provide a rich and detailed narrative of the region's history.Overall, ""History Of Bath And Environs: Sagadahoc County, Maine, 1607-1894"" is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of Maine and the development of the United States. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the early colonial period, the growth of the shipbuilding industry, and the impact of the Civil War on a small town in Maine.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.