Yaphank
Yaphank by Tricia Foley, published by Arcadia Publishing Library Editions on October 15, 2012, offers a detailed exploration of the history of Yaphank, a village established in 1726 on Long Island’s Carmans River. Known for its sawmills and gristmills, Yaphank was originally called Millville until 1844. The book highlights the village’s historic district, characterized by its two lakes and period homes from the 18th and 19th centuries, providing insights into the lives of its residents throughout various historical events.
Readers will find a narrative that traces Yaphank’s evolution from the early days of the American Revolution through the Civil War, showcasing the village’s significance during these pivotal moments. The text also discusses the establishment of Suffolk County’s first almshouse in 1871 and the impact of nearby Camp Upton during World War I, where notable cultural events, such as Irving Berlin’s musical Yip, Yip, Yaphank, took place. This edition, comprising 130 pages, is presented in English and invites readers to delve into the rich local history of this Middle Atlantic community.
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Known for its sawmills and gristmills, Yaphank was established in 1726 on the banks of the Carmans River on Long Island. Called Millville until 1844, it was then named Yaphank, “bank of the river.” Its two lakes mark the boundaries of the historic district, with Main Street winding between them. Though the mills are long gone, many of the period homes from the 18th and 19th centuries remain, illustrating the history of the village and those who lived there. From the early days of the American Revolution, patriots marched on the Tallmadge Trail, and later, its young men went to fight for the Union cause in the Civil War. In 1871, Suffolk County’s first almshouse was built to take care of the less fortunate. As World War I rumblings were heard, nearby Camp Upton– where Irving Berlin wrote the musical Yip, Yip, Yaphank–drew thousands of soldiers.
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