The Development of Horse Power Equipment in the United States

""The Development of Horse Power Equipment in the United States"" by Carroll Roop Daugherty is a comprehensive exploration of the evolution of horse-powered equipment in America. The book traces the development of horse-drawn machinery from the early days of American agriculture to the rise of the industrial revolution and the eventual transition to gasoline and diesel-powered equipment. Daugherty provides detailed descriptions and illustrations of the various types of horse-drawn machinery used in farming, logging, mining, and transportation, including plows, cultivators, wagons, and carriages. He also delves into the social and economic factors that influenced the adoption and use of horse-powered equipment, such as the availability of labor, the cost of machinery, and the expansion of transportation networks. Throughout the book, Daugherty highlights the ingenuity and innovation of American inventors and manufacturers who played a crucial role in advancing horse-powered technology. He also examines the impact of horse-powered equipment on American society, from the growth of the agricultural industry to the changing role of horses in transportation and warfare. ""The Development of Horse Power Equipment in the United States"" is a valuable resource for historians, students of American technology and agriculture, and anyone interested in the history of American industry and innovation.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.