02394cam a22003133u 4500 23507 UtSlPG 20260610133535.0 m cr n 260607r2007||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 08027509 UtSlPG en iso639-1 F106 Church, Samuel Harden, 1858-1943 A short history of Pittsburgh : 1758-1908 Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2007 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2007-11-16 Produced by Bruce Thomas, Curtis Weyant and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by Case Western Reserve University Preservation Department Digital Library) "A Short History of Pittsburgh: 1758-1908" by Samuel Harden Church is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work chronicles the evolution of Pittsburgh from its founding through pivotal events, highlighting its significance as an industrial hub in America. The narrative intertwines the city's development with its key historical figures, including George Washington, who played a crucial role in establishing its early military significance. At the start of the book, the author sets the stage by discussing Pittsburgh's geographical and strategic importance, particularly through the experiences of George Washington during his early visits in relation to military operations against the French. The opening chapters recount Washington's observations and decisions regarding fortifications at the confluence of the Allegheny and Monongahela rivers, laying the groundwork for understanding the city’s eventual prominence. This part of the narrative provides a glimpse into the formative years of Pittsburgh's history, illustrating not only the early confrontations between European powers and American Indian tribes but also Washington's influence in the city's establishment and growth. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Pittsburgh (Pa.) -- History https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/23507 64559 64559