The English Ancestors Of The Shippen Family And Edward Shippen Of Philadelphia (1904)

The English Ancestors Of The Shippen Family And Edward Shippen Of Philadelphia is a historical book written by Thomas Willing Balch in 1904. The book traces the lineage of the Shippen family one of the most prominent families in Philadelphia during the colonial period. The author delves into the family's English roots exploring their genealogy and providing an in-depth look at their history. The book also focuses on Edward Shippen one of the most influential members of the family who was a prominent lawyer and judge in Philadelphia during the 18th century. The author provides a detailed account of Edward Shippen's life including his upbringing education and career. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Philadelphia or the colonial period in America. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the lives of one of the most influential families of the time and sheds light on the cultural and social landscape of colonial America.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.