Lansing, City on the Grand: 1836-1939 (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781531617547)

Lansing's history as the capital of Michigan began with a legislative mandate in the 1835 State Constitution, which required that the seat of government be moved from Detroit in 1847. The result-the emergence of a new capital city on the banks of the majestic Grand River-allowed Lansing to cultivate a world-class community based in government, education, the automotive industry, and entrepreneurial achievements. This book features more than 200 historic photographs that document the dynamic capital city during its pivotal first century, from the pioneer era to the inception of the Olds Motor Vehicle Company and through the eve of World War II.

Author: Craig A. Whitford, James MacLean
ISBN-10: 1531617549
ISBN-13: 9781531617547
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing Library Editions
Language: English
Published: 10/24/2003
Pages: 130
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.91lbs
Size: 9.61h x 6.69w x 0.38d