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Author Mason, Louis Bond, 1869-1936.

Title The life and times of Major John Mason of Connecticut, 1600-1672 / by Louis B. Mason.

Imprint New York : Putnam, 1935.

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Location Call No. Status
 Glastonbury, Welles-Turner Memorial Library - Genealogy  BIO MASON    Check Shelf
 South Windsor Public Library - Biographies  B MASON    Check Shelf
 West Hartford, Noah Webster Library - Local History  R SPECIAL B M3993 M    In-Library Use Only
 Windsor, Main Library - Local History  LOCAL HISTORY R B-MASON, J.    In-Library Use Only
Description 350 pages, 4 unnumbered leaves of plates : illustrations ; 22 cm
Note "The Life And Times Of Major John Mason Of Connecticut 1600-1672 is a book written [circa 1935] by Louis B. Mason that provides a detailed account of the life and accomplishments of Major John Mason, a prominent figure in the early history of Connecticut. The book covers Mason's life from his birth in England in 1600 to his death in Connecticut in 1672, tracing his journey from a young man serving in the English military to his role as a leader in the establishment of the Connecticut colony. The book explores Mason's involvement in key events of the time, including his leadership in the Pequot War, which resulted in the defeat of the Pequot tribe and paved the way for English colonization in the region. It also delves into his role as a colonial administrator and his efforts to establish a stable and prosperous community in Connecticut. Throughout the book, Mason's personal life is also explored, including his marriage and family life, as well as his religious beliefs and involvement in the Puritan community. The author draws on a range of primary sources, including letters, journals, and official documents, to provide a comprehensive and engaging account of Mason's life and times. Overall, The Life And Times Of Major John Mason Of Connecticut 1600-1672 is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the early history of Connecticut and the role of key figures like Mason in shaping the region's development."--Amazon retrieved 2024.
Bibliography Includes bibliographical references (pages 337-338) and index.
Subject Mason, John, 1600-1672.
Connecticut -- History -- Colonial period, ca. 1600-1775.
New England -- Social life and customs -- To 1775.
Windsor (Conn.) -- History -- Colonial period, ca. 1600-1775 -- Biography.
Mason, John, 1600-1672 https://id.oclc.org/worldcat/entity/E39PBJckJGgQpBfRCYXjD7ppT3 (OCoLC)fst00173363
Manners and customs (OCoLC)fst01007815
Soldiers (OCoLC)fst01125233
Connecticut https://id.oclc.org/worldcat/entity/E39PBJkD9jxrm8YFj6Gy74HQv3 (OCoLC)fst01205688
New England (OCoLC)fst01241913
Mason, John, 1600-1672
Connecticut -- History -- Colonial period, ca. 1600-1775
New England -- Social life and customs -- To 1775
Chronological Term To 1775
Genre/Form Biography (DNLM)D019215
History (OCoLC)fst01411628
Biographies (OCoLC)fst01919896
Biographies.
Biographies. (CaQQLa)RVMGF-000000519
Other Form: Online version: Mason, Louis Bond, 1869-1936. Life and times of Major John Mason of Connecticut, 1600-1672. New York : Putnam, 1935 (OCoLC)609521514
Standard No. Soldiers New England Biography.
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