Ancient Pemaquid: A Historical Review (1857)

""Ancient Pemaquid: A Historical Review"" is a book written by John Wingate Thornton in 1857. This historical review focuses on the town of Pemaquid in Maine, which was a significant location during the colonial period. The book provides a detailed account of the town's history, including the arrival of the first European settlers and the establishment of the Pemaquid Colony. It also covers the town's involvement in various conflicts, such as the French and Indian War and the American Revolution. The book also discusses the town's decline and eventual abandonment. Thornton's work is considered an important resource for anyone interested in the history of colonial Maine and the early history of the United States.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.