Historical Collections of Georgia: Containing the Most Interesting Facts, Traditions, Biographical Sketches, Anecdotes, Etc., Relating to Its History and Antiquities, from Its First Settlement to the Present Time. Comp. from Original Records and Official Documents. Illustrated by Nearly One Hundred Engravings ...Pudney & Russell, 1855 - 728 pagina's |
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Historical Collections of Georgia: Containing the Most Interesting Facts ... George White Volledige weergave - 1854 |
Historical Collections of Georgia: Containing the Most Interesting Facts ... George White Volledige weergave - 1855 |
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