History of Durham, Maine
“History of Durham, Maine” by Everett S. Stackpole, published by Heritage Books on July 18, 2025, offers a comprehensive examination of the history of Royalsborough, now known as Durham, Maine. This 490-page volume explores the community’s origins through the 1800s, detailing the experiences of the first settlers, the development of infrastructure such as roads and bridges, and the establishment of schools and industries.
Readers will find a wealth of information, including military records of the local militia and biographies of notable former residents. The book is particularly valuable for genealogists, as it includes all births, marriages, and deaths recorded in Durham Town Records up to 1840. Additionally, the volume features portraits and illustrations, along with a full-name index, enhancing its utility as a reference work for those interested in the history and genealogy of this region.
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This publication provides an in-depth look at the history of Royalsborough, now known as Durham, Maine, from its origin through the 1800s. The author covers topics such as the first settlers, the organization of the community, roads, ferries, bridges, ecclesiastical history, schools, industries, and trades. Military records of the militia of Royalsborough are provided in the next section, followed by a chapter dedicated to prominent former residents of Durham, giving detailed biographies for each individual. This volume will be especially helpful for genealogists since all the births, marriages, and deaths found in Durham Town Records down to 1840 are either provided in the genealogies or appended at the end of this work. The author also includes several portraits and illustrations throughout the volume, as well as a full-name index.
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