A genealogical dictionary of the first settlers of New England, Volume 1: Surnames A-C

A genealogical dictionary of our early colonists. Every volume shows three generations of those who came before 1692. Although more than a century has elapsed since the publication of this monumental work, it remains the standard to our day. We do not mean that new information has not been unearthed or that the work is free from errors, but Savage had just the peculiar qualifications necessary. He was so persistent in gathering data and so conservative in his use of them, that a statement made on his authority bears great weight. This work has the whole of New England for its field. This is volume 1, covering the surnames A - C. *** American Ground is an ambitious series chronicling the rise, transformation, and soul of the United States through the dynamic histories of its greatest cities and counties. From the colonial roots of Boston and Philadelphia to the industrial ascent of Chicago, the cultural tides of Los Angeles, and the political pulse of Washington, D.C., each volume uncovers the unique narrative of place-how local histories have shaped national identity. Told with a blend of scholarly rigor and narrative flair, the series weaves together political upheaval, economic innovation, social movements, and cultural milestones, tracing how regions responded to war and peace, migration and modernization, boom and bust. Rural counties, urban centers, and everything in between are treated not as backdrops, but as characters in the American story-vivid, evolving, and essential. American Ground is both a celebration of regional diversity and a deep meditation on the common threads that bind the nation. Ideal for readers of history, civic leaders, educators, and anyone curious about the power of place in shaping the American experience. Read more