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Pictorial - Throggs Neck & Pelham Bay (Images of America: New York)

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Book Synopsis: Discover the history of the Throggs Neck-Pelham Bay community's early residents and its place in an ever-changing America. First settled in 1643, Throggs Neck-Pelham Bay lies along the west bank of Eastchester Bay in the Bronx. It was once an area of grand estates and farms and was home to some of the wealthiest people in America, including Collis P. Huntington and Catherine Lorillard Wolfe. Throggs Neck-Pelham Bay offers a unique glimpse into the past, through carefully preserved images and a thoroughly researched text. The images in this volume cover all of the communities included in the charter granted to John Throckmorton by the Dutch in 1642. Called Vriedlandt or "Land of Peace" by Dutch authorities, the area eventually fell prey to the burdens of war during the American Revolution. The images in Throggs Neck-Pelham Bay depict all aspects of life, from work to play. View the early modes of transportation used by the residents, the schools and churches they attended, the homes they lived in, and the activities they enjoyed. Readers will delight in the memories of yesteryear and the images of a young and undaunted America.

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Step into the fascinating history of the Throggs Neck-Pelham Bay community with the Throggs Neck & Pelham Bay (Images of America: New York) Book. Immerse yourself in the stories of the early settlers who shaped this thriving neighborhood and discover their place in an ever-changing America. From its humble beginnings in 1643 to the present day, this book captures the spirit and essence of Throggs Neck-Pelham Bay like never before.

Experience the grandeur of a bygone era as you explore the estates and farms that once dotted the landscape. Learn about the influential figures who called this area home, including Collis P. Huntington and Catherine Lorillard Wolfe. Through meticulously preserved images and meticulously researched text, this book transports you back in time, offering an invaluable glimpse into the community's rich past.

Delve into the charter granted to John Throckmorton in 1642, which laid the foundation for the communities encompassed by Throggs Neck-Pelham Bay. Discover Vriedlandt, the "Land of Peace" as it was known to the Dutch authorities, and follow its journey through the tumultuous times of the American Revolution. With stunning visuals, this book paints a vivid picture of life in Throggs Neck-Pelham Bay - from work to play and everything in between.

Travel through time and witness the early modes of transportation that shaped the community's development. Explore the schools and churches that played a central role in the lives of its residents. Marvel at the architectural splendor of the homes that have stood the test of time. And be captivated by the cherished pastimes and activities that brought a youthful and fearless America together.

Don't miss your chance to own this captivating piece of history. Immerse yourself in the memories of yesteryear and the captivating images that bring the story of Throggs Neck-Pelham Bay to life. Click here to order your copy now and embark on an extraordinary journey through the heart of New York.

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