Cornet Joseph Parsons, One of the Founders of Springfield and Northampton, Massachusetts (1898)

Cornet Joseph Parsons, One of the Founders of Springfield and Northampton, Massachusetts (1898) is a historical biography written by Henry Martyn Burt. The book explores the life and legacy of Cornet Joseph Parsons, one of the early settlers who played a significant role in the founding of Springfield and Northampton, Massachusetts. The biography delves into Parsons' family background, his early life, and his involvement in the military as a cornet in the English army. The book also explores Parsons' journey to America, his arrival in Massachusetts, and his contributions to the development of the region. Burt provides a detailed account of Parsons' involvement in the establishment of Springfield and Northampton, including his role in the construction of the first meeting house and his participation in the Pequot War. The book also explores Parsons' personal life, including his marriage and family. Overall, Cornet Joseph Parsons, One of the Founders of Springfield and Northampton, Massachusetts (1898) provides an insightful and informative account of one of the key figures in the early history of Massachusetts.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.