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Wappinger
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- 128 pages
- Reading time
- 5 hours
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The book explores the historical significance of Wappingers, named after the Wappani tribe, highlighting its golden age from 1870 to 1930 when industries like Dutchess Bleach Works thrived. It contrasts the bustling village of Wappingers Falls with its surrounding rural areas, characterized by farmland and small river hamlets. Although modern developments have transformed the landscape, the remnants of its rich history and industrial past remain, providing a glimpse into the town's vibrant heritage along the Hudson River.
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Wappinger, David Turner
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- Released
- 2011
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- Title
- Wappinger
- Language
- English
- Authors
- David Turner
- Publisher
- Arcadia Publishing (SC)
- Released
- 2011
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 128
- ISBN13
- 9780738575599
- Category
- Photo publications, World history, Geography / Topography
- Description
- The book explores the historical significance of Wappingers, named after the Wappani tribe, highlighting its golden age from 1870 to 1930 when industries like Dutchess Bleach Works thrived. It contrasts the bustling village of Wappingers Falls with its surrounding rural areas, characterized by farmland and small river hamlets. Although modern developments have transformed the landscape, the remnants of its rich history and industrial past remain, providing a glimpse into the town's vibrant heritage along the Hudson River.