Excerpt from Visitor's Guide to Richmond and Vicinity: Embracing a Sketch of the City, Social Statistics and Notices of All Places in and About the City of Interest to the Tourist
Richmond is the seat of justice of Henrico county, and the capital of Virginia. It is located on the north east bank of the James River, at the lower falls, and at the head of tide-water. The distance from Rich mond to Washington, in an air-line, is one hundred miles. By railroad, it is one hundred and thirty miles from Washington, and One hundred and sixty-eight from Baltimore. The latitude of the capital is 37° 32' 17 north, and the longitude is 77° 27' 28 west.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book is a vintage guide to Richmond, Virginia, offering visitors and residents insights into the city's rich history and prominent sites. Published in 1856, the guidebook provides a glimpse into the ways of life in a bustling urban center of the mid-19th century. The author takes the reader on a journey through notable landmarks, including the State Capitol, St. Paul's Church, and the Marshall House, providing historical context and anecdotes along the way. The book also delves into the city's infrastructure, discussing topics such as public transportation, education, and commerce. Detailed descriptions of battlefields and cemeteries, remnants of the Civil War, serve as reminders of the city's historical significance. This book stands as a valuable resource for understanding Richmond's past, offering a unique perspective on a city shaped by both progress and conflict. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781333335267_0
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