Old Yorktown and Its History

<p>Old Yorktown and Its History offers a detailed account of Yorktown Virginia from its early settlement through its pivotal role in the American Revolution and beyond. Margaret P. Smith chronicles the town's evolution highlighting key historical events significant figures and the enduring impact of its rich heritage. The book explores Yorktown's colonial roots its transformation into a strategic port and its ultimate destiny as the site of the decisive battle that secured American independence.</p> <p>Smith's narrative brings to life the stories of the people who shaped Yorktown providing insights into their daily lives struggles and triumphs. The book vividly portrays the town's architectural landmarks and the historical forces that have shaped its identity. This volume serves as both a historical record and a tribute to the town's lasting legacy making it an invaluable resource for historians students and anyone interested in American history.</p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore you will see the original copyright references library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world) and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America and possibly other nations. Within the United States you may freely copy and distribute this work as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact this work may contain missing or blurred pages poor pictures errant marks etc. Scholars believe and we concur that this work is important enough to be preserved reproduced and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p>