Additional information
by Lucullus Virgil McWhorter (Author), William Elsey Connelley (Foreword by), John Patterson MacLean (Other)
The book titled ""The Border Settlers Of Northwestern Virginia From 1768 To 1795: Embracing The Life Of Jesse Hughes And Other Noted Scouts Of The Great Woods Of The Trans-Allegheny"" is a historical account written by Lucullus Virgil McWhorter in 1915. The book provides a detailed description of the early settlers who inhabited the northwestern region of Virginia between 1768 and 1795. The author focuses on the life of Jesse Hughes, a renowned scout who played a significant role in the exploration and settlement of the Trans-Allegheny region.The book offers a comprehensive insight into the lives of the early settlers who faced numerous challenges in the wilderness, including hostile Native American tribes, harsh weather conditions, and limited resources. McWhorter provides a vivid description of the struggles and hardships faced by the settlers and how they overcame these challenges to establish a thriving community in the region.The author also sheds light on the role played by scouts like Jesse Hughes, who were instrumental in exploring and mapping the region, identifying suitable locations for settlement, and providing crucial information about the Native American tribes in the area. The book provides a fascinating account of the adventures and exploits of these scouts, who risked their lives to pave the way for the settlement of the region.Overall, ""The Border Settlers Of Northwestern Virginia From 1768 To 1795"" is a valuable historical account that offers a unique perspective on the early settlement of the Trans-Allegheny region. It provides a detailed insight into the challenges faced by the early settlers and the role played by scouts like Jesse Hughes in the exploration and settlement of the region.With Notes And Illustrative Anecdotes, And Sketch Of The Author.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.
