The First Explorations Of The Trans-Allegheny Region By The Virginians, 1650-1674 (1912)

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The First Explorations Of The Trans-Allegheny Region By The Virginians, 1650-1674 (1912) - Clarence Walworth Alvord

The First Explorations Of The Trans-Allegheny Region By The Virginians, 1650-1674 is a historical book written by Clarence Walworth Alvord and published in 1912. The book documents the early explorations of the Virginia colonists into the Trans-Allegheny region, which is now known as the Appalachian Mountains. Alvord provides a detailed account of the expeditions undertaken by the Virginians between 1650 and 1674, including their interactions with the Native American tribes they encountered along the way.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of the explorations. The first chapter provides an overview of the Trans-Allegheny region and its importance to the Virginia colonists, while the subsequent chapters delve into specific expeditions and the individuals involved in them. Alvord draws on a variety of primary sources, including diaries, letters, and official reports, to provide a comprehensive and engaging account of the explorations.Throughout the book, Alvord also explores the political and economic motivations behind the Virginians' expeditions into the Trans-Allegheny region. He discusses the role of the Virginia Company, the impact of the fur trade, and the tensions between the colonists and the Native American tribes they encountered. Overall, The First Explorations Of The Trans-Allegheny Region By The Virginians, 1650-1674 is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in early American history, exploration, and colonization.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.