Excerpt from The Life and Works of Robert McCormick Including His Invention of the Reaper
Robert Mccormick was descended from that sturdy stock of Ulster men who came over from Scotland and peopled the north of Ireland in the reign of James I. Of Scotland, and by their industry and thrift they turned that wilderness into the most prosperous de pendency of the British Crown. They made themselves thereby so much felt by the English in manufacturing and other industries, that they caused the government to levy heavy and repressive taxes on them for the protection of the Englishmen across the channel. The result of this was that great numbers of those people emigrated to America, and a very large per cent of them, after landing in Phila delphia, betook themselves to the frontier, and many of them settled west of the Susquehanna River, before the Indians ceded the land to the Penns in 1736.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the life and legacy of Robert McCormick, an American blacksmith, inventor, and manufacturer. In the 1830s, McCormick revolutionized farming with his invention of the world's first practical grain reaper. The book chronicles his journey from humble beginnings to his ultimate triumph, examining the challenges he faced and the perseverance he exhibited. Along the way, it explores the broader historical context of the agricultural revolution, showcasing the profound impact of McCormick's invention on global food production. By uncovering the story behind one of the most significant technological advancements in history, this book sheds light on the transformative power of human ingenuity, highlighting the indomitable spirit that can overcome adversity and bring forth groundbreaking innovations. 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 9781334083747_0
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