Recollections of the Pioneers of Lee County (1893)

Recollections of the Pioneers of Lee County is a historical book published in 1893 by the Lee County Columbian Club. The book is a compilation of personal accounts and recollections of the early settlers who lived in Lee County, Illinois. The pioneers share their experiences of settling in the area, building homes, clearing land, and establishing farms. They also describe the challenges they faced, including harsh weather, disease, and conflicts with Native American tribes. The book includes stories of notable figures such as Abraham Lincoln, who visited the area in the 1830s, and Black Hawk, the Sauk leader who led a rebellion against the United States in 1832. Recollections of the Pioneers of Lee County provides a unique insight into the early days of settlement in Illinois and the challenges faced by the brave pioneers who helped shape the state's history.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.