Publisher's Synopsis
William Claiborne of Virginia: With Some Account of His Pedigree is a historical book written by John Herbert Claiborne and published in 1917. The book provides a detailed account of the life and legacy of William Claiborne, a prominent figure in the early history of Virginia. The author explores Claiborne's family history and his upbringing in England before delving into his role in the founding of Jamestown and his subsequent political career in Virginia. The book also examines Claiborne's involvement in the conflict with Maryland over the ownership of Kent Island and his efforts to establish a new colony in the Carolinas. Drawing on a wealth of primary sources and historical documents, William Claiborne of Virginia offers a fascinating insight into the life of one of America's early pioneers and sheds light on the political and social landscape of the early colonial period.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.
