Memoir of Colonel Jonathan Eddy of Eddington, Maine is a historical account written by Joseph Whitcomb Porter in 1877. The book provides a detailed biography of Colonel Jonathan Eddy, a prominent figure in the American Revolutionary War. It also includes information about the Eddy family and the early settlers on the Penobscot River in Maine. The book begins with an overview of the Eddy family's history, tracing their roots back to the early settlers of Massachusetts. It then focuses on Colonel Jonathan Eddy, who was born in 1726 in Norton, Massachusetts. Eddy was a successful businessman and politician in Massachusetts before the outbreak of the American Revolution. The author describes Eddy's role in the American Revolution, particularly his involvement in the Battle of Fort Cumberland in Nova Scotia in 1776. Eddy led a group of American soldiers in an unsuccessful attempt to capture the fort from the British. The book also discusses Eddy's later life, including his move to Maine and his involvement in local politics.In addition to Eddy's story, the book provides a detailed history of the early settlers on the Penobscot River in Maine. The author describes the challenges they faced in settling the area and the conflicts with the Native American tribes who lived there. Overall, Memoir of Colonel Jonathan Eddy of Eddington, Maine is a fascinating historical account that provides insight into the life of a prominent figure in the American Revolution and the early history of Maine.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.
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