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Brief History of Denver, Colorado, United States

Author : Yuusuf Adetona

Publisher : Independently Published

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 15,78 MB

Release : 2023-12-26

Category : History

ISBN :

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Discover the captivating history of the Mile High City in "Brief History of Denver, Colorado, United States." This comprehensive book offers readers an insightful look into the heart of the American West, tracing Denver's journey from a bustling gold rush camp to its status as a modern, vibrant metropolis. Spanning several pivotal chapters, the book delves into the rich tapestry of Denver's past, uncovering the events, people, and innovations that shaped its unique identity. From the discovery of gold in 1858 that sparked rapid growth to the rise of its iconic landmarks and cultural institutions, this book covers it all. Key features include: Detailed accounts of Denver's early history during the Pikes Peak Gold Rush. Exploration of the city's economic and cultural development, including the cattle industry and the famous Denver Stockyards. Insight into Denver's architectural evolution and its role as a transportation hub. Profiles of influential figures who played significant roles in Denver's history. An examination of Denver's modern era, highlighting its tech boom, diverse culture, and commitment to sustainability. Whether you're a history enthusiast, a Denver local, or simply curious about this dynamic city, "Brief History of Denver, Colorado, United States" provides an engaging and accessible narrative. It's not just a history book; it's a celebration of a city's resilience, innovation, and spirit. Join us on a journey through time and discover the events and characters that have made Denver a symbol of the American dream. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the forces that shaped not just a city, but a nation. Add it to your collection today and immerse yourself in the story of Denver, Colorado



Five Points Neighborhood of Denver

Author : Laura M. Mauck

Publisher : Arcadia Publishing

Page : 132 pages

File Size : 37,47 MB

Release : 2001

Category : History

ISBN : 9780738518701

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By the 1870s, the word was out about Colorado. East coast and Midwest prospectors, European immigrants, and African Americans newly freed from slavery, rushed to Denver to find work and their fortune in silver and gold. Captured here in almost 200 vintage images is the story of the African Americans who escaped the oppression and racism of the post Civil War South, and created a city within a city: the Five Points neighborhood of Denver. Named in 1881 for a bustling five-way intersection, the Five Points area became the commercial and social sector for African American churches, businesses, clubs, and homes, and the heart of Denver's black community. Showcased here are the photographs of once thriving Five Points businesses in the Welton Street business district, such as Otha Rice's Tap Room and Oven and the Rossonian Hotel, as well as the familiar faces of the Cosmopolitan Club, Madame CJ Walker, and Dr. Justina Ford, Denver's first African-American female doctor.



A Short History of Denver

Author : Stephen J. Leonard

Publisher : University of Nevada Press

Page : 246 pages

File Size : 22,38 MB

Release : 2016-09-20

Category : History

ISBN : 0874170036

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A Short History of Denver covers more than 150 years of Denver’s rich history. The book recounts the takeover of Native American lands, the founding of small towns on the South Platte River at the base of the Rocky Mountains, and the creation of a city, which by 1890 was among the nation’s major western urban centers. Leonard and Noel tell the stories of powerful economic and political leaders such as John Evans, Horace Tabor, and David Moffat, and delve into the contributions of women, including Elizabeth Byers and Margaret (Molly) Brown. The book also recognizes the importance of the city’s ethnic communities, including African Americans, Asians, Latinos, and many others. A Short History of Denver portrays the city’s twentieth-century ups and downs, including the City Beautiful movement, political corruption, the rise of the Ku Klux Klan in the 1920s, and the Great Depression of the 1930s. Here readers will find the meat and potatoes of economic and political history and much more, including sports history, social history, and the history of metropolitan-wide efforts to preserve the past.



A Brief History of South Denver & University Park

Author : Steve Fisher

Publisher : Arcadia Publishing

Page : 157 pages

File Size : 11,41 MB

Release : 2012-04-01

Category : Photography

ISBN : 1614238286

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University Park was founded in the 1880s when the University of Denver (Colorado Seminary) moved from downtown Denver to land donated by potato farmer Rufus Clark. The University, founded by Methodists, wanted to escape the urban blight of the city and build an oasis for education. Liquor production or consumption was not allowed, and though today the area has many pubs a number of home mortgages to this day contain old covenants forbidding the making or selling of spirits. Around University Park grew the town of South Denver, which was annexed to the city of Denver in the early twentieth century. For many years in the late 1800s the primary employer was the University of Denver, but over time others moved into the area for its attractive homes and well respected schools. The area has traditionally been upper middle class and has enjoyed one of the lowest crime rates in the city. At the geographic center of University Park is Observatory Park, named for the famous Chamberlain Observatory, built in the 1890s and still fully operational with popular public viewing nights. In the early part of the century Colorado Governor Henry Buchtel lived in the park, as did a number of famed early DU faculty such as Ammi Hyde, who beat the freshman boys in an annual foot race well into his 90's. The area boomed after World War II as many from other parts of the country who were stationed in Colorado chose to remain and make it their home. The area has remained prosperous and continues to grow, sharing in the overall success that the Denver metro area has experienced.





Denver

Author : Stephen J. Leonard

Publisher :

Page : 566 pages

File Size : 43,26 MB

Release : 1990

Category : History

ISBN :

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Rediscovering Northwest Denver

Author : Ruth Eloise Wiberg

Publisher :

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 14,69 MB

Release : 1995

Category : History

ISBN : 9780870813726

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Rediscovering Northwest Denver is a chatty, enjoyable read that tells of the tycoons and entrepreneurs whose fine Victorian homes still dot the area, and of the immigrants from various European cultures who clung together for comfort in the face of prejudice.



The Bad Old Days of Colorado

Author : Randi Samuelson-Brown

Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield

Page : 217 pages

File Size : 10,5 MB

Release : 2020-03-15

Category : History

ISBN : 1493046535

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The Bad Old Days of Colorado celebrates the state’s glorious and rowdy past. Many people born and bred here relish just how “bad” things used to be: the terrain, the inhabitants and especially the quality of whiskey. It almost goes without saying that Colorado had all the characteristic Wild West elements—and in abundance! The chapters focus on the infamous and notorious rather than the law-abiding and civic-minded settlers. These pages, like the state, recount the tales of people who came West seeking, if not their fortune, at least opportunity. It is no secret that Colorado was settled by the adventurous willing to brave the harsh conditions and to prevail. Whether on the right or the wrong side of the law, all settlers and pioneers made unique contributions to the state’s complex culture. Certainly, in the nineteenth century, Colorado was not for the faint of heart.



African Americans of Denver

Author : Ronald Jemal Stephens

Publisher : Arcadia Publishing

Page : 132 pages

File Size : 20,9 MB

Release : 2008

Category : History

ISBN : 9780738556253

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The city of Denver was born during the great "Pikes Peak or Bust" gold rush of 1859 when flakes of placer gold were found where the South Platte River meets Cherry Creek. With the discovery of more gold, Denver became a boomtown, and African American pioneers began to arrive in search of prosperity and a better future. Initially, Denver's African Americans lived scattered throughout the city and in the Cherry Creek area. By the late 1890s, most had relocated to the Five Points Neighborhood. Many worked in Denver during the week and farmed their homesteads in Dearfield on the weekends. They often spent their holidays at Winks Lodge and summers at Camp Nizhone.



Denver

Author : Sarah M. Nelson

Publisher : University Press of Colorado

Page : 289 pages

File Size : 31,5 MB

Release : 2009-01-02

Category : Social Science

ISBN : 0870819844

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A vivid account of the prehistory and history of Denver as revealed in its archaeological record, Denver: An Archaeological History invites us to imagine Denver as it once was. Around 12,000 B.C., groups of leather-clad Paleoindians passed through the juncture of the South Platte River and Cherry Creek, following the herds of mammoth or buffalo they hunted. In the Archaic period, people rested under the shade of trees along the riverbanks, with baskets full of plums as they waited for rabbits to be caught in their nearby snares. In the early Ceramic period, a group of mourners adorned with yellow pigment on their faces and beads of eagle bone followed Cherry Creek to the South Platte to attend a funeral at a neighboring village. And in 1858, the area was populated by the crude cottonwood log shacks with dirt floors and glassless windows, the homes of Denver's first inhabitants. For at least 10,000 years, Greater Denver has been a collection of diverse lifeways and survival strategies, a crossroads of interaction, and a locus of cultural coexistence. Setting the scene with detailed descriptions of the natural environment, summaries of prehistoric sites, and archaeologists' knowledge of Denver's early inhabitants, Nelson and her colleagues bring the region's history to life. From prehistory to the present, this is a compelling narrative of Denver's cultural heritage that will fascinate lay readers, amateur archaeologists, professional archaeologists, and academic historians alike.