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Legendary Locals of Hilton Head

Author : Barbara Muller

Publisher : Arcadia Publishing

Page : 130 pages

File Size : 27,71 MB

Release : 2013

Category : History

ISBN : 1467100463

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Before the Europeans came, Amerindians celebrated on Hilton Head Island with seasonal oyster feasts. Later, planters made fortunes here with Sea Island cotton. But the island came alive to the guns of the Union in 1861 and, for seven years, was host to the troops who helped former slaves even before the Emancipation Proclamation made freedom official. The forces left, and the island slept. In the pages of this book are some of the people who kept the Gullah sea island culture alive, a self-sustaining culture of mutual help and integrity, living off the sea and the land. This volume also includes some of the people who set a standard for development and made the island what it is today, unique visionaries who had a fierce devotion to preservation of the island's natural beauty, its flora, and its fauna.



Legendary Locals of Amelia Island

Author : Rob Hicks

Publisher : Arcadia Publishing

Page : 128 pages

File Size : 44,56 MB

Release : 2017

Category : Biography & Autobiography

ISBN : 1467126276

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Amelia Island has been host to remarkable people throughout its 500-year history. These people are responsible for giving Amelia the distinction as the only place in the United States to have seen eight different flags. A new railroad followed the Civil War and brought those who sought to take advantage of the burgeoning shipping center. As opportunities waned, the island became a sleepy, blue collar community supported by the local paper mills. Prior to civil rights legislation desegregating the South, Fernandina's American Beach flourished as an African American coastal community. Meanwhile, local visionaries oversaw tight-knit communities and set the stage for the large resorts that came to the island's south end in the 1970s. Today, Amelia Island is a national tourist destination and home to a diverse of community of longtime residents and newcomers, both with remarkable talents and interesting stories to tell.



Legendary Locals of Aurora, Indiana

Author : Jenny Awad

Publisher : Arcadia Publishing

Page : 129 pages

File Size : 32,99 MB

Release : 2013

Category : History

ISBN : 1467100579

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Aurora, just 20 miles south of Cincinnati, is located at a north-south bend in the Ohio River in Dearborn County. The first settlers, Revolutionary War veterans Isaac Morrison, Adam Flake, and George Cheek, arrived in the 1790s looking for a new start for their families. The history of the city was shaped by the Ohio River, as well as industrial leaders like Thomas Gaff, Peter Williams, and O.P. Cobb and city leaders such as "Watchdog of the Treasury" representative William S. Holman, his partner Judge John D. Haynes, and Dr. John Sutton and his tireless work to cure cholera. Today, Aurora is known for its picturesque historic downtown and churches. Volunteers like the Turner family, the Charlotte (Peters) Hastings family, and the Aurora Lions Club work to keep the town beautiful.



A History of the Diocese of Charleston

Author : Pamela Smith - SSCM PhD

Publisher : Arcadia Publishing

Page : 183 pages

File Size : 13,85 MB

Release : 2020-06-01

Category : Religion

ISBN : 1439670218

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In 1820, the Catholic Diocese of Charleston was established, and Bishop John England arrived from Ireland. His new diocese encompassed North and South Carolina, Georgia and, for a time, Haiti. From 1859 to 1885, when Patrick Lynch and Henry Northrop were bishops of Charleston, the diocese included the Bahama Islands. However, the history of Catholics in the diocese--which now covers all of South Carolina--began much earlier. The arrival of Spanish settlers and missionary priests dated back more than 150 years before there was a diocese on American soil. Sister Pam Smith charts the history of the diocese from the first words of prayer uttered on Santa Elena in the sixteenth century through the interfaith singing of a reformed slaveholder's hymn at a painful funeral in the twenty-first century.



Legendary Locals of Ambler

Author : Frank D. Quattrone

Publisher : Arcadia Publishing

Page : 128 pages

File Size : 37,66 MB

Release : 2015-06-15

Category : Photography

ISBN : 1439651957

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One of the few towns in America named after a woman, Ambler derives its driving spirit of selflessness and community from the heroine of the Great Train Wreck of 1856. Mary Ambler, a humble Quaker mill owner who came to the aid of dozens of disaster victims, may have been the first of countless Ambler personalities who have devoted themselves to the greater good of the thriving little borough located just outside Philadelphia. Legendary Locals of Ambler celebrates the lives of the sung and unsung heroes--political and civil servants, businessmen and builders, restaurateurs and devotees of the arts, and founders of charitable institutions, such as Henry G. Keasbey and Richard V. Mattison, William E. Strasburg, George E. Saurman, "Bud" Wahl, Mattie Dixon, and Peggy Dolan--whose contributions have made a significant difference in the lives of so many.



Fodor's In Focus Savannah

Author : Fodor's Travel Guides

Publisher : Fodor's Travel

Page : 223 pages

File Size : 46,65 MB

Release : 2019-09-10

Category : Travel

ISBN : 1640972153

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Ready to experience Savannah? The experts at Fodor’s are here to help. Fodor’s InFocus Savannah travel guide is packed with customizable itineraries with top recommendations, detailed maps of Savannah, and exclusive tips from locals. Whether you want to learn haunted history during a ghost tour, take a river boat cruise, or taste locally-made beer, this user-friendly guidebook will help you plan it all out. Our local writers vet every recommendation to ensure that you not only make the most of your time, but that you also have all the most up-to-date and essential information you need to plan the perfect trip. Fodor’s InFocus Savannah includes: ● AN ULTIMATE EXPERIENCE GUIDE that visually captures the top highlights of Savannah. ● SPECTACULAR FEATURES throughout, including special features on the best Savannah barbecue, Gullah culture, and family-friendly activities. ● ITINERARIES for various trip lengths help you maximize your time. ● DETAILED MAPS help you plot your itinerary and navigate confidently. ● EXPERT RECOMMENDATIONS ON HOTELS AND RESTAURANTS offer options for every taste. ● TRIP PLANNING TOOLS AND PRACTICAL TIPS include: guides to getting around, saving money and time, beating the crowds; and a calendar of festivals and events. ● LOCAL INSIDER ADVICE tells you where to find under-the-radar gems, along with the best walking tours. ● HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL OVERVIEWS add perspective and enrich your travels. ● NIGHTLIFE TIPS – how to best enjoy Savannah by night, from best evenings for a night out to street etiquette. ● COVERS: Hilton Head, the Lowcountry, Tybee Island, Savannah’s Historic District, the Bonaventure Cemetery, and more. ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts. Fodor’s has been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for over 80 years. Planning on seeing more of the region? Check out Fodor’s In Focus Charleston, Fodor's The Carolinas and Georgia, and Fodor's Florida.



Moon Savannah

Author : Jim Morekis

Publisher : Moon Travel

Page : 336 pages

File Size : 16,59 MB

Release : 2015-06-16

Category : Travel

ISBN : 163121070X

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Travel writer and Savannah native Jim Morekis shares the must-see sights and local secrets of Savannah, from the classic charm of River Street to the waters around the Golden Isles—a perfect destination for kayakers. Morekis suggests excursions to the verdant expanse of Forsyth Park and the historic Fort Pulaski National Monument. Including expert advice on walking the squares of Savannah's Historic District and exploring the old-school-meets-cutting-edge Telfair Museums, Moon Savannah gives travelers the tools they need to create a more personal and memorable experience. This full-color guide includes vibrant photos and helpful maps.



Insiders' Guide® to Savannah & Hilton Head

Author : Georgia Byrd

Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield

Page : 257 pages

File Size : 16,32 MB

Release : 2015-07-17

Category : Travel

ISBN : 1493018353

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Insiders' Guide to Savannah and Hilton Head is the essential source for in-depth travel and relocation information to these treasured Southern cities. Written by a local (and true insider), this guide offers a personal and practical perspective that makes it a must-have guide for travelers as well as residents looking to rediscover their home city of Savannah or nearby Hilton Head.





The Mermaid of Hilton Head

Author : Nina Leipold

Publisher :

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 17,37 MB

Release : 2023-03-15

Category :

ISBN : 9781088103487

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The Mermaid of Hilton Head hardcover children's book is a fun and educational book that will keep your kids wanting more. The Mermaid of Hilton Head didn't always live around the island; she used to travel up and down the East Coast with her mermaid pod. When passing by Hilton Head Island, she often noticed that the sea turtles seem stressed. The mermaid set out to investigate the problem and find a solution to save the turtles! After discovering a simple solution to the turtles' problem, the Mermaid of Hilton Head dedicates her life to making sure the island's sea turtles are safe and happy. The Mermaid of Hilton Head takes children on an aquatic adventure while teaching them about nature conservation. Kids will love getting to know the Mermaid of Hilton Head and they'll be thrilled to know that a simple action can help save the island's sea turtles.