The History Of Truro Parish In Virginia (1907)

The History of Truro Parish in Virginia is a book written by Philip Slaughter and originally published in 1907. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of Truro Parish, a historic Episcopal parish in Fairfax County, Virginia. Slaughter's book covers the period from the establishment of the parish in the early 18th century to the early 20th century. He provides detailed information on the founding of the parish, its early leaders, and the growth of the congregation over time. The book also delves into the social and political context of Truro Parish, including the role of the church in the American Revolution and the Civil War. Slaughter examines the impact of these events on the parish and its members, and how they influenced the development of the community.Throughout the book, Slaughter draws on a wide range of primary sources, including church records, diaries, and letters, to provide a rich and detailed account of Truro Parish's history. Overall, The History of Truro Parish in Virginia is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Episcopal Church in Virginia, as well as the social and political history of the region.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.