Hidden History of Long Island

Autori

• Richard Panchyk

Parametri

Pagine

146pagine

Tempo di lettura

6ore

• Saggistica
• Storia degli Stati Uniti

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Focusing on Long Island's rich historical tapestry, the book explores notable figures and events that shaped the region. It highlights Glenn Curtiss, the first pilot to fly there, and Earle Ovington, who delivered the nation's inaugural airmail. The narrative also delves into William K. Vanderbilt's Long Island Motor Parkway, America's first highway, and the mysterious ruins of an Albanian king's estate. Additionally, it touches on the legend of Captain William Kidd's buried treasure, showcasing the area's captivating and vanishing history.

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Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2016

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