01977cam a22003253u 4500 2045 UtSlPG 20260610133053.0 m cr n 260607r2000||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 E660 Depew, Chauncey M. (Chauncey Mitchell), 1834-1928 My Memories of Eighty Years My Memories of 80 Years Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2000 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2000-01-01 "My Memories of Eighty Years" by Chauncey M. Depew is a historical memoir likely written in the early 20th century. The book recounts the author's life experiences, providing insights into various significant historical events and notable figures he encountered over his long life, reflecting on personal and societal developments during his time. The opening of the memoir introduces Depew’s motivation for writing—his friends' encouragement to compile the stories and recollections he has gathered throughout his life. He recalls his childhood in Peekskill, New York, highlighting key influences such as his education at Peekskill Academy and Yale, the community's values, and the notable figures of his youth. The narrative sets the stage for a broader exploration of his interactions with prominent individuals and events as he moves into public life and reflects on the formative experiences that shaped his character and career. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Biography United States -- History -- 1865-1921 Depew, Chauncey M. (Chauncey Mitchell), 1834-1928 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/2045 44152 44152