Historical Sketch Of The College Of The Holy Cross, Worcester, Massachusetts, 1843-83

Discover the rich history of one of America's most prestigious Catholic colleges with this fascinating and detailed historical sketch. Beginning with the founding of the college in the mid-19th century, this book traces the evolution of Holy Cross through the trials and triumphs of the Civil War, the Gilded Age, and the rise of American Catholicism. A must-read for anyone interested in the history of American higher education or the role of Catholicism in American society.

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