Some Merchants and Sea Captains of Old Boston is a book published in 1918 by the State Street Trust Company. The book is a collection of sketches of notable men and mercantile houses in Boston during the 18th and 19th centuries. The focus of the book is on the merchants and sea captains who helped establish Boston as a major port and commercial center in the early years of the United States. The book includes biographical information on these individuals, as well as details about the businesses they founded and the ships they sailed. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Boston and its role in the development of the American economy.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.