Genealogy Of The McKean Family Of Pennsylvania: With A Biography Of Thomas McKean (1890) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781104753306)

""Genealogy of the McKean Family of Pennsylvania: With a Biography of Thomas McKean"" is a historical book written by Roberdeau Buchanan in 1890. The book provides a comprehensive genealogical account of the McKean family, one of the most prominent families in Pennsylvania during the 18th and 19th centuries. The book traces the family's roots back to Ireland and Scotland, and follows their migration to America in the early 1700s. The main focus of the book is on Thomas McKean, a prominent figure in American history who was a signer of the Declaration of Independence, served as a delegate to the Continental Congress, and was the Governor of Pennsylvania from 1799 to 1808. The book provides a detailed biography of McKean's life, including his early years in Delaware, his political career, and his personal life. The author, Roberdeau Buchanan, was a descendant of the McKean family and spent many years researching and compiling information for the book. The book includes a wealth of historical information, including family trees, photographs, and documents. It also provides insights into the social and political climate of Pennsylvania during the colonial and early American periods. Overall, ""Genealogy of the McKean Family of Pennsylvania: With a Biography of Thomas McKean"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in American history, genealogy, or the McKean family. It provides a fascinating look into the lives and accomplishments of one of Pennsylvania's most influential families, and sheds light on the history of the state and the nation as a whole.With An Introductory Letter.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.

Author: Roberdeau Buchanan
ISBN-10: 1104753308
ISBN-13: 9781104753306
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 07/17/2009
Pages: 302
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.51lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.25w x 0.63d