Historic Photos of Delaware by Ellen Rendle

Historic Photos of Delaware by Ellen Rendle

Delaware, the First State, has always been a vibrant reflection of early American history. Historic Photos of Delaware captures more than a century of the evolution of this great state using an impressive collection of beautiful, rare photographs. From the celebratory dedications of the Chesapeake Bay and Delaware Memorial bridges to the allure of the Delaware beach communities and the rolling hills of Sussex and Kent counties, Historic Photos of Delaware captures the unique geography, landmarks, and historical events that have shaped the state. This gorgeous book contains nearly 200 black-and-white photographs drawn from the state’s most prominent archives. Historic Photos of Delaware provides a compelling look into the past and will appeal to longtime residents and history buffs alike.

Rendle, Ellen: - In this new volume of visual history, authors Ellen Rendle and Constance J. Cooper have selected images from the Historical Society of Delaware's Postcard Collection to illustrate the state's unique past. Whether strolling along the beaches of resort towns such as Rehoboth Beach and Oak Orchard, sailing down the Mispillion and Broadkill Rivers, or wandering the streets of Lincoln and Townsend, readers of all ages are sure to delight in this entertaining tour through the singular history of Delaware.

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ISBN 13	9781596524408
ISBN 10	1596524405
Title	Historic Photos of Delaware
Author	Ellen Rendle
Series	Historic Photos
Condition	Unavailable
Publisher	Turner Publishing Company
Year published	2008-06-12
Number of pages	205
Cover note	Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.