Description: Step into the world of 18th and 19th-century New England with this meticulously researched genealogical exploration of the Bixby family. The author delves into the lives of multiple generations, tracing their lineage from the early settlements in Massachusetts to their dispersal across the expanding nation. Through detailed accounts of births, marriages, deaths, and migrations, the book paints a vivid picture of family life against the backdrop of a young America. Readers will discover the Bixby family's involvement in pivotal historical events, including the Revolutionary War and the westward expansion. The narrative unveils the personal stories of individuals within the family – farmers, blacksmiths, soldiers, entrepreneurs, and even a Harvard graduate who tragically met his end in Charleston, South Carolina. This book offers more than just names and dates; it provides a glimpse into the social, economic, and cultural fabric of a bygone era. The Bixby family's experiences illuminate broader themes of migration, community building, and the changing dynamics of family life. Their stories offer a unique lens through which to understand the challenges and triumphs of ordinary people who helped shape the course of American history. By delving into the lives of one family, we gain a deeper appreciation for the interconnectedness of generations and the enduring legacy of our ancestors. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some aesthetic errors may persist, however it has been deemed that any such will not detract from the work's significant historical value. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.
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Author: Willard Goldthwaite Bixby
Book Title: A Genealogy of the Descendants of Joseph Bixby 1621-1701 of
Language: English
Topic: Administrative_Records, Genealogy
Format: Paperback
Publisher: Forgotten Books
Genre: Classics
Publication Year: 2018
Original Language: English
Country/Region of Manufacture: America
Narrative Type: Nonfiction
Intended Audience: Adults
Personalize: No
Inscribed: No
Ex Libris: No
Personalized: No
Signed: No
Item Weight: 10 oz
Number of Pages: 209
Type: textbook