Author: John Crouch
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Category : Wilkes County (N.C.)
Languages : en
Pages : 135
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Historical Sketches of Wilkes County, North Carolina
Author: John Crouch
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Category : Wilkes County (N.C.)
Languages : en
Pages : 135
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Publisher:
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Category : Wilkes County (N.C.)
Languages : en
Pages : 135
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Historical Sketches of Wilkes County
Author: John Crouch (of North Carolina.)
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Category : Wilkes County (N.C.)
Languages : en
Pages : 141
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Publisher:
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Category : Wilkes County (N.C.)
Languages : en
Pages : 141
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Historical Sketches of Wilkes County
Author: John Crouch
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Category : Wilkes County (N.C.)
Languages : en
Pages : 116
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Publisher:
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Category : Wilkes County (N.C.)
Languages : en
Pages : 116
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Historical Sketches of Wilkes County
Author: John Crouch
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Category : Wilkes County (N.C.)
Languages : en
Pages : 141
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Category : Wilkes County (N.C.)
Languages : en
Pages : 141
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HISTORICAL SKETCHES OF WILKES COUNTY, N. C
Author: JOHN. CROUCH
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ISBN: 9781033443248
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Languages : en
Pages : 0
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ISBN: 9781033443248
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Pages : 0
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Historical Sketches of Wilkes County, N. C (Classic Reprint)
Author: John Crouch
Publisher: Forgotten Books
ISBN: 9780331885569
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 154
Book Description
Excerpt from Historical Sketches of Wilkes County, N. C Jarolina and Wilkes county could get a foretaste of our history, our records would not be hidden in darkness but our history would be given to the World, that not only ourshlves, but all people might of our achievements and profit thereby. The ple ought to be encouraged to emulate the record of our worthy ancestors. We are told llust that Scipio and Maximus, when looking the statues of their illustrious countrymen. Iolently agitated. He says, It could not inanimate marble which possessed this 1power. It was the recollection of noble ac hich kindled this generous flame in their only to be quenched when they. Too, by achievements and virtues, had acquired equal ation. D by their light all every gallant youth with ardor move do brave deeds. From the shackles of parties and sects l have myself of all partialities or preju present Wilkes county and her sons as 1 would have Lely to paint his portrait: s it is. Nothing has been omitted from motives, nor have I neglected to express ws and Opinions of any man or event sketch his book because of party affiliations or sec 11 principles. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Publisher: Forgotten Books
ISBN: 9780331885569
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 154
Book Description
Excerpt from Historical Sketches of Wilkes County, N. C Jarolina and Wilkes county could get a foretaste of our history, our records would not be hidden in darkness but our history would be given to the World, that not only ourshlves, but all people might of our achievements and profit thereby. The ple ought to be encouraged to emulate the record of our worthy ancestors. We are told llust that Scipio and Maximus, when looking the statues of their illustrious countrymen. Iolently agitated. He says, It could not inanimate marble which possessed this 1power. It was the recollection of noble ac hich kindled this generous flame in their only to be quenched when they. Too, by achievements and virtues, had acquired equal ation. D by their light all every gallant youth with ardor move do brave deeds. From the shackles of parties and sects l have myself of all partialities or preju present Wilkes county and her sons as 1 would have Lely to paint his portrait: s it is. Nothing has been omitted from motives, nor have I neglected to express ws and Opinions of any man or event sketch his book because of party affiliations or sec 11 principles. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Historical Sketches of North Carolina
Author: John Hill Wheeler
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Category : North Carolina
Languages : en
Pages : 630
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Vol. 2 has a county by county history and includes some brief family histories and lists of residents.
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Category : North Carolina
Languages : en
Pages : 630
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Vol. 2 has a county by county history and includes some brief family histories and lists of residents.
Wilkes County Bits and Pieces
Author: Fay Byrd
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 0557492440
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 446
Book Description
Wilkes County, North Carolina was formed in 1778. It possesses a rich history, as it has been home to Native Americans, intrepid explorers like Christopher Gist and Daniel Boone, wartime heroes like Benjamin Cleveland and General James B. Gordon, and well-known scoundrels like Tom Dooley and Otto Wood. Over the years, Wilkes produced timber, moonshine, tobacco, NASCAR, Lowe's Home Improvement, and Americana music. This comprehensive history of the county explores the development of one of the most beautiful and interesting areas of the United States. Drawn from the local history collection of Wilkes Community College, local newspapers, and personal accounts, this book will entertain visitors and long-time residents alike. For more information, contact Dr. Fay Byrd at Wilkes Community College at (336) 838-6114.This is the black and white edition.
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 0557492440
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 446
Book Description
Wilkes County, North Carolina was formed in 1778. It possesses a rich history, as it has been home to Native Americans, intrepid explorers like Christopher Gist and Daniel Boone, wartime heroes like Benjamin Cleveland and General James B. Gordon, and well-known scoundrels like Tom Dooley and Otto Wood. Over the years, Wilkes produced timber, moonshine, tobacco, NASCAR, Lowe's Home Improvement, and Americana music. This comprehensive history of the county explores the development of one of the most beautiful and interesting areas of the United States. Drawn from the local history collection of Wilkes Community College, local newspapers, and personal accounts, this book will entertain visitors and long-time residents alike. For more information, contact Dr. Fay Byrd at Wilkes Community College at (336) 838-6114.This is the black and white edition.
Sketches of Western North Carolina, Historical and Biographical
Author: C. L. Hunter
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Category : Burke County (N.C.)
Languages : en
Pages : 386
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Category : Burke County (N.C.)
Languages : en
Pages : 386
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Historical Sketches of Wilkes County - Primary Source Edition
Author: John Crouch
Publisher: Nabu Press
ISBN: 9781293701454
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 362
Book Description
This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book.
Publisher: Nabu Press
ISBN: 9781293701454
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 362
Book Description
This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book.