William Claiborne of Virginia: With Some Account of His Pedigree (1917)

William Claiborne of Virginia is a historical book written by John Herbert Claiborne in 1917. The book provides a detailed account of the life of William Claiborne, a prominent figure in the early history of Virginia. It also includes information about his family lineage and pedigree.The author begins by tracing the origins of the Claiborne family in England and their migration to Virginia. He then delves into William Claiborne's career in Virginia, which spanned over three decades. Claiborne was a member of the Virginia House of Burgesses and served as the Secretary of State for the colony. He was also instrumental in the establishment of the Virginia Company of London and the founding of several colonies in the Chesapeake Bay region.The book also covers Claiborne's role in the conflict between Virginia and Maryland over the ownership of the Chesapeake Bay. Claiborne claimed that he had been granted the rights to the area by the king of England, while Maryland argued that the land belonged to them. The dispute led to several armed conflicts and was eventually settled in favor of Maryland.Overall, William Claiborne of Virginia is a comprehensive account of the life and legacy of one of Virginia's most prominent historical figures. It provides valuable insights into the early history of Virginia and the struggles that shaped the colony's development.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.