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100 1 _aSmyth, G. Hutchinson
_q(George Hutchinson),
_d1837-
245 1 4 _aThe Life of Henry Bradley Plant :
_bFounder and President of the Plant System of Railroads and Steamships and Also of the Southern Express Company
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2017
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2017-04-17
508 _aProduced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images available at The Internet Archive)
520 _a"The Life of Henry Bradley Plant" by G. Hutchinson Smyth is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This biography explores the life and achievements of Henry Bradley Plant, a significant figure in the development of railroads and steamship services in the Southern United States, as well as his impact on the region's economy during the post-Civil War period. The narrative emphasizes Plant's contributions to the commercialization and industrialization of the South, showcasing how his efforts facilitated growth and accessibility in the region. The opening of the biography provides an overview of Plant's ancestry and early life, detailing his family's origins and historical significance in American history, particularly during the Revolutionary War. It introduces his parents and their connections to notable figures and influences, illustrating the strong character and values that shaped Plant throughout his life. The text touches on his upbringing in Branford, Connecticut, and describes how pivotal experiences—such as the early death of his father and the nurturing relationship with his mother—contributed to his personal and professional development. These early life experiences set the stage for his later adventures and successes in the express and railroad industries. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aPlant, Henry Bradley, 1819-1899
653 _aPlant family
700 1 _aDickerman, George Sherwood,
_d1843-1937
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/54558
999 _c95390
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