Distinguished Families In America Descended From Wilhelmus Beekman And Jan Thomasse Van Dyke (1912)

""Distinguished Families In America: Descended From Wilhelmus Beekman And Jan Thomasse Van Dyke"" is a book written by William Benford Aitken and published in 1912. The book explores the genealogy of two prominent families in America, the Beekman and Van Dyke families, who are descended from Wilhelmus Beekman and Jan Thomasse Van Dyke. The book provides a detailed account of the history and lineage of these families, tracing their roots back to their European ancestry and following their migration to America. The author also highlights the various achievements and contributions made by members of these families to American society, including their involvement in politics, business, and the arts.The book contains extensive genealogical charts, family trees, and biographical sketches of notable members of the Beekman and Van Dyke families. It also includes photographs and illustrations of family members and their homes, providing a vivid visual representation of their lives and legacies.Overall, ""Distinguished Families In America: Descended From Wilhelmus Beekman And Jan Thomasse Van Dyke"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in genealogy, American history, or the contributions of prominent families to American society.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.