Historical Records of the Town of Cornwall, Litchfield County, Connecticut

Description: This book recounts the foundation, development, and daily life of the township of Cornwall situated in Connecticut. Originally inhabited by Native American tribes such as the Mohawks and the Schaticoke, the town was later purchased by English settlers in 1738, who began to establish their own homesteads. Divided into two sections, the book begins with a transcription of historical records, then moves into the collected experiences, stories, and memories of the town's early settlers, descendants, and other inhabitants. It gives a detailed account of the difficulties faced by the early settlers in clearing the land and establishing a new community amidst the dense forests and challenging landscape. Documenting the establishment of local government, schools, and churches, and the construction of roads and bridges, the book provides insights into the communal efforts and challenges that shaped the town's identity and character. The author also traces the history of the various industries that developed in Cornwall, such as farming, mining, and the establishment of local mills. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Cornwall and the broader story of the settlement and development of rural townships in the United States. It is a testament to the resilience and determination of its early inhabitants who built a thriving community amidst the challenges of the frontier. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.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. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some aesthetic errors may persist, however it has been deemed that any such will not detract from the work's significant historical value. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.

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