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Book Synopsis: Historic Roswell is a pictorial history of this diverse Georgia community. In the 1830s and 1840s, low country planters came to Roswell, Georgia, seeking relief from the heat and malaria that plagued Georgia's golden coast. The wealthy plantation owners were attracted to the temperate North Georgia climate by Roswell King–a former Glynn County plantation supervisor, builder, and entrepreneur–who promised his friends free land on which to build their homes and stock in the textile mill he built in 1839. The village of Roswell was laid out in 1840 with wide streets, a park, mills, and a residential area, and a community founded by devout Presbyterians and hard-working industrialists began to take shape. By the onset of the Civil War, Roswell had two cotton mills, a woolen mill, and flour and grist mills nearby. The town's strategic location near the Chattahoochee River made it a target of Union Gen. William T. Sherman during his March to the Sea in 1864. While Federal soldiers occupied Roswell that summer, none of the grand homes of the town were destroyed. Residents persevered the tolls of war and Reconstruction to rebuild mills and strengthen the local economy. A small and rural community through the early part of the 20th century, Roswell experienced phenomenal growth in the latter half of the century to become a bustling Atlanta suburb; yet much of the charm and small-town character remains and thousands of tourists are attracted each year by its beautiful antebellum homes and buildings. These treasured landmarks are the subject of this engaging retrospective, and each snapshot glimpse will illuminate the Roswell of yesteryear.
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Step back in time and immerse yourself in the rich history of Roswell, Georgia with the captivating book, Historic Roswell Georgia (GA) (Images of America). Discover the fascinating tale of this diverse community, from its humble beginnings as a refuge for weary plantation owners seeking respite from the sweltering Southern heat, to its transformation into a thriving Atlanta suburb.
Experience the allure of historic Roswell through stunning visual imagery that brings the past to life. Explore the wide streets, picturesque parks, and charming residential areas that were meticulously planned and built in the mid-19th century. Immerse yourself in the stories of the hard-working industrialists and devout Presbyterians who laid the foundations of this remarkable community.
Witness the resilience of Roswell's residents as they persevered through the devastating Civil War and the difficult years of Reconstruction. Despite the challenges they faced, the grand homes and landmarks of Roswell miraculously endured. Take a virtual journey through time as you learn about the strategic importance of Roswell during these tumultuous years and gain insights into the remarkable stories of its inhabitants.
As you turn each page of this engrossing retrospective, you'll marvel at the preservation of Roswell's small-town character and the captivating beauty of its antebellum architecture. Thousands of visitors are drawn to Roswell every year for a glimpse into its charming past, and now you can become a part of this experience too.
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