Historical Sketch of Franklin County, Pennsylvania (Classic Reprint)

This book examines the history of Franklin County, Pennsylvania, from prehistoric times to 1878. The author meticulously compiles historical events, paying special attention to the county's formation in 1784 and its role in the Revolutionary War. The book explores the county's Native American and Scotch-Irish heritage, providing insights into their customs, struggles, and contributions to the region. Detailed accounts of early settlements, frontier forts, and the county's involvement in the Whiskey Rebellion paint a vivid picture of life in 18th-century Pennsylvania. The author also analyzes the county's economic development, including the establishment of industries and the construction of transportation networks. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Franklin County and the broader context of Pennsylvania's frontier history. It offers a comprehensive look at the people, events, and forces that shaped the county's past.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.