An accounting of those from the township who served in every military conflict of the United States from the French and Indian Wars to the invasion of Iraq.
Chapters: The River -- Indian and fur traders -- The canal -- The railroad -- In sickness and health -- Politics and government -- Country life -- Collins -- Falmouth -- Stevens hill, the black swamp , and Governor Stable -- Ebersole's corner -- Brubaker Run/ Lincoln -- Ackerman's -- Jamestown -- Cottage hill / Red hill-- Bainbridge/Centreville/Paradise -- Locust Grove -- Billmeyer-- Stackstown and the Lower End
Summary
Much of the book focuses on the mid to late 19th century. These years were such a pivotal time in American history. It was the time that saw an end to the gun-law era, and recovery from the devastating effects of the Civil War , and the beginning of a more gentle Victorian way of life. Transportation and mechanical inventions lightened the workload and for the first time ever , folks were having leisure time. There was a new-found connection with other places, and families were stepping beyond "working to just survive ." Having nice things was taking on great importance.
