Description: This book delves into the rich history of Will County, Illinois, tracing its development from a vast wilderness traversed by French explorers to a thriving industrial and agricultural center. The author meticulously chronicles the arrival of the first settlers, the challenges they faced during the Black Hawk War, and the subsequent growth of towns like Joliet and Mokena. Through vivid descriptions and historical anecdotes, the book illuminates the lives of early pioneers, entrepreneurs, and prominent figures who shaped the county's destiny. It explores the impact of pivotal events, such as the construction of the Illinois and Michigan Canal and the arrival of the railroad, on the region's economic and social landscape. The book also delves into the county's diverse communities, highlighting their unique histories, industries, and cultural landmarks. From the bustling city of Joliet to the quaint village of Crete, each chapter paints a vibrant tapestry of Will County's past and present. Ultimately, this book offers a profound understanding of how Will County's past has shaped its present, leaving an enduring legacy for generations to come. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some aesthetic errors may persist, however it has been deemed that any such will not detract from the work's significant historical value. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.
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Book Title: This Is Will County, Illinois (Classic Reprint)
Topic: Administrative_Records, Genealogy
Genre: Classics
Original Language: English
Country/Region of Manufacture: America
Narrative Type: Nonfiction
Intended Audience: Adults
Personalize: No
Inscribed: No
Ex Libris: No
Personalized: No
Signed: No
Number of Pages: 644
Publication Name: This Is Will County, Illinois : An up-To-Date Historical Narrative with County and Township Maps and Many Unique Aerial Photographs of Cities, Towns, Villages and Farmsteads; 1955 (Classic Reprint)
Language: English
Publisher: Forgotten Books
Subject: Genealogy & Heraldry
Item Height: 1.3 in
Publication Year: 2016
Item Weight: 30 Oz
Type: Not Available
Item Length: 9 in
Author: John Drury
Subject Area: Référence
Item Width: 6 in
Format: Trade Paperback
