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LoC No.: 22004455

Title: Travels in Virginia in Revolutionary Times

Contents: Narrative of John F.D. Smyth: 1769-1775 -- Anburey, and the Convention army in Virginia; 1779 -- The Abbé Robin, one of the chaplains to the French army in America: 1781 -- The Marquis of Chastellux, major-general in the French army and member of the French Academy: 1782 -- Dr. Schoepf, surgeon to the the Hessian troops (Ansbach-Bayreuth division): 1783 -- Count Castiglioni, chevalier of the Order of St. Stephen, P.M.: 1786 -- Missionary journeys of Dr. Coke: 1785-1791 -- A summer at Bath, Captain Bayard: 1791 -- What Isaac Weld saw: 1796 -- The Duke of La Rouchefoucauld-Liancourt: 1796 -- John Davis of Salisbury: 1801-1802.

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Summary: "Travels in Virginia in Revolutionary Times" by Alfred J. Morrison is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work presents a collection of travels in Virginia during the revolutionary period, specifically from 1769 to 1802, shedding light on the experiences and perspectives of various travelers in the region. The book examines the political, social, and cultural landscape of Virginia during a time of significant change in American history, as well as the natural beauty and resources of the state. The opening of this historical account provides a rich context for the narrative that follows, detailing the journeys of explorers and observers like Captain John F. D. Smyth, who details his travels around Virginia, including cities like Jamestown and Richmond. His reflections on the people, politics, and natural surroundings encapsulate the era's essence, highlighting the rugby love for horse racing and the remarkable landscapes. The text explores the influence and character of Virginia, as well as its complexities, illustrated through the visions of both locals and foreign travelers amidst the tumult of revolution. This blend of personal experience and broader historical themes sets the stage for a vibrant exploration of a formative period in American history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Reading Level: Reading ease score: 66.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Editor: Morrison, Alfred J. (Alfred James), 1876-1923

EBook No.: 63221

Published: Sep 17, 2020

Downloads: 208

Language: English

Subject: Virginia -- Description and travel

LoCC: United States local history: The South. South Atlantic States

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

LoC No.: 22004455

Title: Travels in Virginia in Revolutionary Times

Contents: Narrative of John F.D. Smyth: 1769-1775 -- Anburey, and the Convention army in Virginia; 1779 -- The Abbé Robin, one of the chaplains to the French army in America: 1781 -- The Marquis of Chastellux, major-general in the French army and member of the French Academy: 1782 -- Dr. Schoepf, surgeon to the the Hessian troops (Ansbach-Bayreuth division): 1783 -- Count Castiglioni, chevalier of the Order of St. Stephen, P.M.: 1786 -- Missionary journeys of Dr. Coke: 1785-1791 -- A summer at Bath, Captain Bayard: 1791 -- What Isaac Weld saw: 1796 -- The Duke of La Rouchefoucauld-Liancourt: 1796 -- John Davis of Salisbury: 1801-1802.

Credits: Produced by David E. Brown and The Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive/American Libraries.)

Summary: "Travels in Virginia in Revolutionary Times" by Alfred J. Morrison is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work presents a collection of travels in Virginia during the revolutionary period, specifically from 1769 to 1802, shedding light on the experiences and perspectives of various travelers in the region. The book examines the political, social, and cultural landscape of Virginia during a time of significant change in American history, as well as the natural beauty and resources of the state. The opening of this historical account provides a rich context for the narrative that follows, detailing the journeys of explorers and observers like Captain John F. D. Smyth, who details his travels around Virginia, including cities like Jamestown and Richmond. His reflections on the people, politics, and natural surroundings encapsulate the era's essence, highlighting the rugby love for horse racing and the remarkable landscapes. The text explores the influence and character of Virginia, as well as its complexities, illustrated through the visions of both locals and foreign travelers amidst the tumult of revolution. This blend of personal experience and broader historical themes sets the stage for a vibrant exploration of a formative period in American history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Reading Level: Reading ease score: 66.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Editor: Morrison, Alfred J. (Alfred James), 1876-1923

EBook No.: 63221

Published: Sep 17, 2020

Downloads: 208

Language: English

Subject: Virginia -- Description and travel

LoCC: United States local history: The South. South Atlantic States

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.