Historic Litchfield by M. W. Seymour
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"Historic Litchfield" by M. W. Seymour is a historical account written during the early 20th century, specifically in the early 1920s. The book serves as a record of the two-hundred-year history of the town of Litchfield, detailing its founding, key events, and contributions to broader social movements, particularly in regard to temperance and abolition. It captures the spirit, challenges, and triumphs of the community over the centuries. Seymour's address, delivered at the
town's bi-centennial celebration, highlights Litchfield's significant role in various important historical events, including its participation in the Revolutionary War, the abolition of slavery, and the establishment of the first law school in the English-speaking world. He recounts the town's founding by early settlers, its civic and social achievements, and the prominent figures associated with its history, including religious leaders and notable citizens. The narrative emphasizes Litchfield’s influence on the principles of freedom and reform, rooted in its founding Puritan values, while also celebrating the dedicated service of its residents in both local and national contexts. Through rich anecdotes and historical accounts, Seymour honors the legacy of Litchfield and encourages future generations to uphold the community's traditions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Seymour, M. W. (Morris Woodruff), 1842-1920 |
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| Title |
Historic Litchfield address delivered at the bi-centennial celebration of the town of Litchfield, August 1, 1920 |
| Credits | Charlene Taylor, Donald Cummings and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 53.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | F001: United States local history: New England |
| Subject | Litchfield (Conn.) -- History |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 66404 |
| Release Date | Sep 28, 2021 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 234 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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