Publisher's Synopsis
The First Commander of Kent Island is a historical book written by Sebastian Ferris Streeter in 1868. The book tells the story of William Claiborne, the first commander of Kent Island, which was the first English settlement in Maryland. Claiborne was a prominent figure in the early colonial period of Maryland, and the book details his life and the challenges he faced in establishing the settlement. The book also provides a glimpse into the early history of Maryland and the struggles of the early settlers. The narrative is based on historical records and documents, and the author provides a detailed account of the events that shaped the early years of the colony. The First Commander of Kent Island is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of Maryland and the early colonial period of America.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
