History of Kent County, Maryland, 1630-1916 (Classic Reprint)

This book tells the story of Kent County, Maryland, a region rich in history and interwoven with the lives of those who shaped America's past. From the early days of colonial disputes between Maryland and Virginia, through the Revolution and the War of 1812, this book traces the development of the county, bringing to life its most important events and the people who lived them. It's a compelling account of land battles, political struggles, and the rise of communities on the Eastern Shore, including the poignant tale of Tench Tilghman's daring ride to deliver news of Cornwallis' surrender. The author highlights the importance of knowing and preserving a region’s history to understand its character, and to foster a sense of pride and belonging among its people. This book offers a glimpse into the past that resonates with the present, revealing how the spirit of the people of Kent County has endured through generations.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.