A Century of Vernon, Connecticut, 1808-1908 (1911)

""A Century of Vernon, Connecticut, 1808-1908"" is a historical book written by Harry Conklin Smith and published in 1911. The book provides a detailed account of the town of Vernon, Connecticut, from its founding in 1808 until the turn of the 20th century. It covers various aspects of the town's history, including its early settlement, the development of its industries, the growth of its population, and its role in the American Civil War. The book also includes biographical sketches of prominent residents and notable events that took place in Vernon during the 19th century. The author draws on a wide range of sources, including town records, newspapers, and personal accounts, to provide a comprehensive and engaging narrative of the town's history. Overall, ""A Century of Vernon, Connecticut, 1808-1908"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of this small New England town.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.