History of Taunton (Massachusetts, U.S.) (eBook, ePUB)
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This comprehensive book offers an in-depth exploration of the history of Taunton, Massachusetts, a town whose evolution reflects broader trends in American history. Structured across twenty detailed chapters, the book covers a wide range of themes, including the town's geography, founding, political and economic history, cultural life, education, healthcare, transportation, and role in national and global events. Starting with the early Puritan settlers and the town's role in colonial America, the narrative unfolds to examine its significant industrial growth, labor movements, and technologica...
This comprehensive book offers an in-depth exploration of the history of Taunton, Massachusetts, a town whose evolution reflects broader trends in American history. Structured across twenty detailed chapters, the book covers a wide range of themes, including the town's geography, founding, political and economic history, cultural life, education, healthcare, transportation, and role in national and global events. Starting with the early Puritan settlers and the town's role in colonial America, the narrative unfolds to examine its significant industrial growth, labor movements, and technological innovations that helped shape Taunton into a prominent center of industry and manufacturing in New England. The influence of immigrant communities, including the Irish, Italian, Portuguese, and later, groups from Southeast Asia and Latin America, is explored alongside the town's evolving religious, social, and political life. Notable public figures, from military leaders to labor activists, as well as key events that shaped the community, are also highlighted, illustrating the town's lasting impact on American culture and economy. Taunton's resilience through industrial decline and its adaptation to modern economic challenges, particularly in the fields of technology and sustainability, show how a small town can contribute significantly to both national and global history. This book not only provides a detailed historical account but also offers a nuanced understanding of how local history intersects with the broader currents of American and global change.
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