Huntsville (Images of America) - Softcover

Kvach, John F.; Ethridge, Charity; Hopkins, Michelle; Leberman, Susanna

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0738598917 ISBN 13: 9780738598918

Publisher: Arcadia Publishing, 2013

Synopsis

Huntsville has served as the unofficial capital of north Alabama since the early 19th century. Settled by John Hunt and developed by ambitious cotton planters, enterprising merchants and professionals, and thousands of families looking for new opportunities in the rich farmland, Huntsville has continued to grow and prosper as 21st-century corporations and government agencies develop new technologies that make the city the center of space and defense-related industries in the South. The city has endured military occupation, storms, financial panics, and the constant threat of economic and social stagnation that occurred in so many communities across the South. Yet Huntsville continued to redefine itself and remain relevant in regional, national, and international affairs. This positive spirit makes Huntsville a special place for residents and visitors alike. Images of America: Huntsville hopes to capture the uniqueness of the city while simultaneously acknowledging some mistakes that have been made in the past.

About this title

About the Author:

For this book, the University of Alabama in Huntsville’s (UAH) Public History program and the Huntsville/Madison County Public Library teamed up to find interesting photographs that represent Huntsville’s past. UAH students and faculty and the public library staff worked together to create an inclusive history through these images.

About this edition

• Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
• Publication date: 2013
• ISBN 10: 0738598917
• ISBN 13: 9780738598918
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 128