1673 to 1820
“1673 to 1820” by William Edward Foley, published by University of Missouri Press in 2000, offers a comprehensive examination of Missouri’s pre-statehood history. Spanning 249 pages, this edition presents a detailed narrative that begins with the arrival of the first Europeans in the area, specifically Louis Jolliet and Jesuit Father Jacques Marquette, and continues through the region’s development leading up to its campaign for statehood in 1820.
Readers will find an in-depth exploration of Missouri’s diverse heritage as it transitioned under the control of French, Spanish, and American authorities. The book includes a completely revised and updated bibliography, enhancing its scholarly value. Through its focus on Missouri’s formative years, this work provides insights into the historical context that shaped the region, making it a valuable resource for those interested in Missouri history.
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Including a completely revised and updated bibliography, A History of Missouri: Volume I, 1673 to 1820 covers the pre-statehood history of Missouri, beginning with the arrival in 1673 of the first Europeans in the area, Louis Jolliet and Jesuit Father Jacques Marquette, and continuing through the development and growth of the region, to the final campaign for statehood in 1820. In tracing the broad outlines of Missouri’s development through the formative years, the author examines the origins of Missouri’s diverse heritage as the region passed under the control of French, Spanish, and American authorities.
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