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The discovery, settlement, and present state of Kentucky. And an introduction to the topography and natural history of that rich and important country; also, Colonel Daniel Boon's narrative of the wars of Kentucky: with an account of the Indian nations within the limits of United States, their manners, customs, religion, and their origin; and the stages and distances between Philadelphia and the falls of the Ohio, from Pittsburgh to Pensacola, and several other places. By John Filson. Illustrated with a large whole sheet map of Kentucky from actual surveys, and a plan with a description of the rapids of the river Ohio. Capt. Thomas Hutchins, geographer to the congress.
Filson, John, 1753?-1788.Date: 1793- Books
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The discovery, settlement, and present state of Kentucky: and an essay towards the topography and natural history of that important country: to which is added, I. The adventures of Col. Daniel Boon, one of the first settlers, comprehending every important occurrence in the political history of that province. II. The minutes of the Piankashaw Council, held at Post St. Vincents, April 15, 1784. III. An account of the Indian Nations inhabiting within the limits of the thirteen United States, their manners and customs, and reflections on their origin. IV. A report o the secretary of state, to the president of the United States; of the quantity and situation of the lands, not claimed by the Indians nor granted to, nor claimed by any citizens within the territory of the United States. V. Thoughts on emigration; to which are added miscellaneous observations relating to the United States. And a short account of the state of Kentucky. Being a supplement to Imlay's Description of the western territory. Vol. II. By John Filson.
Filson, John, 1753?-1788.Date: M,DCC,XCIII. [1793]