Troy

Founded by the Dutch Vanderheyden family in 1787, Troy is one of the most historic cities in the United States. It holds claim to being the birthplace of Americas Industrial Revolution, the home of the collar and cuff industry, and a major manufacturer of iron products during the 1800s.

About the author

Historian, archeologist, and author Don Rittner has spent half his life researching the city's history. He now details in photographs the changes that have occurred during the last century to Troy's architectural heritage. Troy can be used as a field guide to identify streetscapes and neighborhoods that no longer stand but remain in view through the miracle of photography.

Product details

• Authors: Don Rittner
• Publisher: Arcadia Publishing Inc.
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 01.10.2007
• EAN: 9780738554945
• ISBN: 978-0-7385-5494-5
• No. of pages: 96
• Dimensions: 166 mm x 235 mm x 9 mm
• Weight: 299 g
• Series: Then & Now (Arcadia); Then and Now; Then & Now (Arcadia)
• Subject: Non-fiction book > History > Miscellaneous