Memoir of the Proposed Territory of Arizona (eBook)

Sylvester Mowry (Autor)

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2022
37 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654733050-9 (EAN)

Infos

Sylvester Mowry's 'Memoir of the Proposed Territory of Arizona' is a meticulously detailed account of the potential development and establishment of the Arizona territory in the mid-19th century. Filled with historical facts, geographic descriptions, and political commentary, the book offers a comprehensive look at the challenges and opportunities of settling the region. Mowry's writing style is straightforward and informative, perfect for conveying the complex information he presents. This memoir provides valuable insights into the period's socioeconomic conditions, making it a valuable resource for scholars of American history and geography. Mowry's firsthand experiences and observations lend authenticity to the text, giving readers a unique perspective on the era's expansionist mindset. Overall, 'Memoir of the Proposed Territory of Arizona' is a must-read for anyone interested in the exploration and development of the American West.

Autor

Sylvester Mowry was an influential figure in the mid-19th century American Southwest, particularly known for his advocacy for the establishment of the Arizona Territory. Born on August 24, 1830, in Providence, Rhode Island, Mowry graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point in 1850 and served in the U.S. Army before venturing into mining and politics in the Arizona region. Mowry's entrepreneurial spirit led him to purchase the Patagonia Mine in Arizona, where he became a significant silver producer and a proponent of regional development. His book, 'Memoir of the Proposed Territory of Arizona' (1860), is a seminal work that articulates the geographic, economic, and political conditions of the area, providing insights that were foundational to the eventual establishment of Arizona as a U.S. Territory in 1863. Mowry's writing is characterized by detailed observations, persuasive advocacy, and a forward-thinking vision for the American West. Despite controversies that surrounded him, including accusations of sympathizing with the Confederate cause during the Civil War and consequent arrest, Mowry's legacy includes his substantial contributions to the burgeoning literature on the American Southwest and his enduring impact on Arizona's territorial history.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 16.9.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Regional- / Landesgeschichte
• Themenwelt: Geisteswissenschaften ► Geschichte
• Schlagworte: 19th Century America • american expansion • American Frontier • American Southwest • Arizona • arizona history • arizona territory • Frontier and pioneer life • Gadsden Purchase • gold rush era • historical landscape • historical memoirs • History • mid-19th century • Mining History • political memoir • Politics and government • Regional Development • Sylvester Mowry author • Territorial establishment • Territorial expansion • To 1912 • United States Territories • western americana • Westward exploration