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by Thomas Speed (Editor)
Records and Memorials of the Speed Family is a genealogical book written by Thomas Speed and published in 1892. The book is a comprehensive record of the Speed family, one of the oldest and most prominent families in Virginia. The book includes detailed information on the family's history, including their origins in England, their migration to Virginia, and their role in the development of the state.The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different aspect of the family's history. The first section provides a detailed genealogy of the family, tracing their lineage back to the 16th century. The second section focuses on the family's migration to Virginia and their early settlement in the state. The third section covers the family's role in the American Revolution, including the contributions of several family members to the war effort.The fourth section of the book provides a detailed history of the family's involvement in the development of Virginia, including their roles in politics, business, and agriculture. The fifth section covers the family's involvement in the Civil War, including the contributions of several family members to the Confederate cause.The book also includes a number of illustrations and photographs of family members and their homes, as well as copies of important documents and letters. Overall, Records and Memorials of the Speed Family is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Virginia and the role of prominent families in the state's development.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.
