Elizabeth (Images of America) - Softcover

Rae-Turner Jean; Koles, Richard T

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0738534641 ISBN 13: 9780738534640

Publisher: Arcadia Publishing (SC), 2004

Synopsis

Elizabeth, the first state capital of New Jersey and the birthplace of Princeton University, was founded in 1665.

Not named for the powerful English queen of the same name, as most would assume, but rather for the wife of Sir George Carteret, one of the two original proprietors of the colony, Elizabeth was an illustrious city that was extremely influential during the Revolutionary and Colonial periods, and home to numerous distinguished political and military figures. Over time, Elizabeth developed into an important industrial and economic center, welcoming the Singer Sewing Machine Company in 1873 and becoming a recognized leader in automobile manufacturing long before Detroit. As the years went on, the culturally diverse city came to serve as a crossroads for many commuting to jobs in Newark and New York City. Authors Jean-Rae Turner and Richard Koles have assembled a remarkable collection of vintage photographs of Elizabeth, documenting its history from 1665 to 1965.

About this title

About the Author

Jean-Rae Turner and Richard T. Koles are local historians who worked together at the Elizabeth Daily Journal for many years. Their affection for the city and knowledge of its past are evident in this remarkable new photographic history.

Edition details

• Publisher: Arcadia Publishing (SC)
• Publication date: 2004
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0738534641
• ISBN 13: 9780738534640
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 128