Publisher's Synopsis
""Early History of Huntsville, Alabama: 1804 to 1870"" is a historical account of the city of Huntsville, Alabama, from its founding in 1804 to the end of the Reconstruction era in 1870. Written by Edward Chambers Betts and originally published in 1916, this book provides a detailed overview of the early history of Huntsville, including its early settlers, its role in the Civil War, and its post-war development. Betts also explores the social and cultural aspects of the city's history, including its education system, religious institutions, and notable residents. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Huntsville, Alabama, or the broader history of the American South in the 19th century.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.