Chauncey M. Depew

My Memories of Eighty Years (eBook, ePUB)

A Journey Through Eight Decades of American History and Society

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In "My Memories of Eighty Years," Chauncey M. Depew crafts a poignant and vivid autobiography, encapsulating the rich tapestry of American life from the mid-19th to early 20th century. This work is characterized by its narrative style, blending personal anecdotes with historical reflections, thus offering readers a lens through which they can observe the evolution of societal norms and values. Depew'Äôs eloquent prose captures salient moments of his life, from his early days in New York to his roles in business and politics, showcasing his experiences against the backdrop of the burgeoning American landscape and its cultural shifts. Chauncey M. Depew was not only a prominent figure in the realms of business and politics but also a dedicated public servant, which informed his keen observations of the changing social landscape. His tenure as a leading lawyer and the president of the New York Central Railroad positioned him at the heart of industrial transformation. Depew'Äôs extensive interactions with contemporaries, including luminaries from various domains, enriched his understanding of American identity and its myriad complexities. This book is a must-read for those seeking insight into an era marked by innovation and upheaval. Depew's reflections offer a unique perspective on personal and national evolution, making it an invaluable text for historians, literary enthusiasts, and general readers alike.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 320
• Erscheinungstermin: 10. Dezember 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066225773
• Artikelnr.: 58931242

Autorenporträt

Chauncey Mitchell Depew was an American lawyer, businessman, and Republican politician who was born April 23, 1834, and died April 5, 1928. It is mostly his work for Cornelius Vanderbilt as an attorney and as president of the New York Central Railroad System that he is known for. He was a senator from New York for two terms. In Peekskill, New York, on April 23, 1834, Isaac Depew (1800-1869) and Martha Minot (Mitchell) Depew had a child. Depew was born. Depew's father was a trader and farmer who helped make river travel possible between Peekskill and New York. He came from the family of Francois DuPuy, a French Huguenot who bought land from native people where Peekskill is now located. He was related to Rev. Josiah Sherman through his mother. Rev. Josiah Sherman was a priest and captain in the Revolutionary War. He was the brother of American founder Roger Sherman and Rev. Charles Chauncy, who was the second president of Harvard College. He ran for office and worked as a student lawyer in New York for John C. Frémont in 1856 and for Abraham Lincoln in 1860.