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Images d'Amérique : Rhode Island Séries

Cette série explore la riche histoire et la culture vibrante de Rhode Island à travers une vaste collection d'images vintage. Chaque volume donne vie aux histoires et aux lieux uniques de tout l'État, des pittoresques communautés côtières aux centres-villes animés. Explorez le passé de l'État qui a façonné son présent, en découvrant les personnes, les lieux et les événements qui ont défini son héritage. C'est un voyage visuel célébrant l'identité distincte de l''Ocean State'.

Aquidneck Island and Her Neighbors
Providence Police Department
South Providence
Matunuck
Jamestown
Cranston Revisited

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  • Cranston Revisited

    • 128pages
    • 5 heures de lecture

    Within its 30 square miles that stretch from the Narragansett Bay of the Atlantic Ocean to the pastoral hills of central Rhode Island, Cranston has always offered a wide range of contrasts. For the founders of the settlement in 1638, religious idealism competed with a sometimes ruthless desire for more land. Cranston was nicknamed the “City of Farms,” although in the mid-1800s it was known as the home of one of the greatest industrial empires in the nation. Cranston Revisited reveals how the residents worked, worshipped, socialized, traveled, learned, and governed themselves throughout their 375-year history. Cranston has much to be proud of, including the local farm boy who was the hero of a Herman Melville book, America’s first May Breakfast, the first site of a popular racing sport, and the textile company that at one time led the world in printing calico. Cranston Revisited showcases the rich heritage of this community through the historic photograph collection of the Cranston Historical Society as well as photographic contributions from the city’s citizens.

    Cranston Revisited

  • Jamestown

    • 128pages
    • 5 heures de lecture
    5,0(2)Évaluer

    Jamestown's history has ranged from sheep farming to gilded-age resorts to military installations for coastal defense. These transitions changed the look of the island, bringing grand summer hotels, an energetic new architecture (the Shingle style), the boats and yachts of the summer population, and fortifications that spanned three centuries. A succession of distinctive ferries, now vanished, linked the island to the outside world. Jamestown tells the story of these chapters in the island's history up to the 1940s in compelling photographs that document the many changes in landscape, views, buildings, and activities that have occurred over time.

    Jamestown

  • Matunuck

    • 128pages
    • 5 heures de lecture

    The village of Matunuck lies on the south coast of Rhode Island in the town of South Kingstown. It was first inhabited by Native Americans, followed by the early Pettaquamscutt settlers, but it was not until after the end of the Civil War that it became a destination for leisure and fun. This took the form of tent colonies on the beach and local farmers that rented out rooms and cottages to summer guests. Today, surfing, fishing, and sunbathing are popular activities at the beloved beaches, yet there is more that draws the thousands of tourists who visit each year. Theatre By The Sea has hosted world-renowned actors like Marlon Brando and Mae West, and beachfront establishments have long attracted a variety of musical acts. The village is also home to a national wildlife refuge, Trustom Pond, that is a safe haven to an array of species and is still preserved today.

    Matunuck

  • South Providence

    • 176pages
    • 7 heures de lecture

    "This 2020 revised edition (was) expanded to cover the period 1969-2002."--Page 6.

    South Providence

  • Providence Police Department

    • 128pages
    • 5 heures de lecture

    The Providence Police Department has served New England's second-largest city from its beginnings in 1651 with the appointment of a town sergeant to today's force of nearly 500 men and women. Officially established in 1864, policing in Providence has changed considerably from the days of night watchmen armed with handheld rattle alarms and nightsticks. Whether quelling the violent street riots of 1914, enforcing Prohibition, or fighting the New England mob, the PPD has evolved to meet the complex challenges posed by the city. It also boasts a history of leadership among the nation's law enforcement agencies, being among the first to incorporate women into the department's ranks, create innovative campaigns to reduce traffic fatalities, and pioneer the use of trained canines to aid in police work. Today, cutting-edge telecommunications and forensic analysis in crime fighting continue to protect the city of nearly 178,000.

    Providence Police Department

  • Aquidneck Island and Her Neighbors

    • 130pages
    • 5 heures de lecture
    4,0(1)Évaluer

    Nostalgia is woven throughout this exploration of personal history, inviting readers to reflect on their own pasts. Through vivid storytelling, the author captures moments that resonate universally, evoking emotions tied to childhood, family, and significant life events. The narrative intertwines poignant memories with lessons learned, creating a tapestry of experiences that celebrate the beauty and complexity of life. This journey encourages readers to embrace their own memories and the impact they have on shaping who they are today.

    Aquidneck Island and Her Neighbors

  • Newport

    • 130pages
    • 5 heures de lecture
    3,6(5)Évaluer

    The historical significance of Newport is highlighted through its founding in 1639 as a haven for religious freedom and its growth into a major seaport. The city's prosperity was challenged during the Revolutionary War, particularly by a three-year British occupation that resulted in the destruction of many homes. Despite this, Newport boasts the largest collection of eighteenth-century homes in the U.S., showcasing its rich architectural heritage. The Newport Restoration Foundation, established in 1968, plays a crucial role in preserving this legacy.

    Newport