Pioneer And General History Of Geauga County (1880) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781167254048)

The Pioneer and General History of Geauga County is a historical book published in 1880 by the Geauga County Historical Society. The book provides a detailed account of the early settlement and development of Geauga County, located in northeastern Ohio. It covers the period from the county's founding in 1806 up to the time of publication, and includes information on the county's geography, natural resources, and early industries.The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a different aspect of Geauga County's history. The first section provides an overview of the county's early settlement, including information on the Native American tribes that inhabited the area prior to European settlement. It also covers the arrival of the first European settlers, the establishment of the county's first townships, and the development of early industries such as farming and logging.Subsequent sections of the book cover the county's growth and development in the 19th century, including the construction of roads and railroads, the establishment of new towns and villages, and the growth of industry and commerce. The book also includes biographical sketches of some of the county's most prominent citizens, as well as descriptions of important events and landmarks in the county's history.Overall, the Pioneer and General History of Geauga County is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Geauga County or the broader history of Ohio and the Midwest. It provides a detailed and informative account of the county's early settlement and development, and offers insight into the challenges and opportunities faced by early pioneers and settlers in this important region of the United States.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: Geauga County Historical Society
ISBN-10: 116725404X
ISBN-13: 9781167254048
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 828
Format: Paperback
Weight: 4.02lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.25w x 1.64d