02260cam a22003133u 4500 33272 UtSlPG 20260610133747.0 m cr n 260607r2010||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 F206 Netherton, Ross De Witt, 1918-2010 Green Spring Farm, Fairfax County, Virginia Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2010 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2010-07-27 Produced by Katherine Ward, Mark C. Orton and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net "Green Spring Farm, Fairfax County, Virginia" by Ross and Nan Netherton is a historical account written in the late 20th century. This detailed examination chronicles the life and evolution of Green Spring Farm, focusing on its agricultural history and the families that lived there over several centuries. The book illustrates how the farm reflects broader changes in farming practices and social structures within the region, offering insights into the lives of its notable residents. The opening of the text sets the stage by establishing the historical significance of Green Spring Farm in Fairfax County. It outlines the connection between the land and the prosperity experienced by its early owners, particularly the Moss family, who played pivotal roles in the evolution of agriculture in Northern Virginia. The authors emphasize the farm's agricultural heritage, detailing its transition through various ownerships, including its operations during the War for Independence and the Civil War, as well as the adaptation of farming practices over time. The narrative begins to introduce characters like John Moss and Fountain Beattie, hinting at their influence on both the farm and the local community. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Green Spring Farm (Va.) Netherton, Nan https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/33272 74118 74118