02550cam a22003853u 4500 3073 UtSlPG 20260610133107.0 m cr n 260607r2002||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 F396 Skinner, Constance Lindsay, 1882-1939 Pioneers of the Old Southwest: a chronicle of the dark and bloody ground Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2002 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Chronicles of America series; v. 18 Release date is 2002-02-01 Produced by The James J. Kelly Library of St. Gregory's University, Alev Akman, Doris Ringbloom, David Widger, and Robert J. Homa "Pioneers of the Old Southwest: A Chronicle of the Dark and Bloody Ground" by Constance Lindsay Skinner is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This narrative focuses on the migrations of the Ulster Presbyterians and their settlement in the Old Southwest during the 18th century, detailing the complexities of their journey, the challenges they faced, and the socio-political circumstances of the time. The beginning of the work outlines the arrival of Ulster Scots in America, describing how they escaped religious persecution in Ireland and sought new opportunities in the New World. Skinner introduces the reader to the robust character of these immigrants, highlighting their determination to cultivate land and establish a society reflective of their values. The author also provides insights into the cultural background of the Ulstermen, their previous struggles, and their aspirations for freedom, setting the stage for their significant role in forging the American frontier. The narrative establishes a backdrop of both adversity and resilience, essential themes that will undoubtedly unfold throughout the chronicle. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: S.l.: s.n., 1919 Boone, Daniel, 1734-1820 Kentucky -- History -- To 1792 Southwest, Old -- History Tennessee -- History Frontier and pioneer life -- Southwest, Old Johnson, Allen, 1870-1931 Chronicles of America series; v. 18 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/3073 45145 45145