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American County Histories to 1900 Connect to American County Histories to 1900
Also known as: American Counties
Access: Internet-delivered database. There are three ways to connect:
   1. from a public computer in the University of Delaware Library
   2. from a University of Delaware campus connection in your dorm, lab, or office
   3. from an off-campus connection (University of Delaware ID required)
Description:

This database will ultimately include the complete text of late 19th century histories of cities and counties of the original thirteen states (with the exception of Virginia), plus Vermont and Maine.

This collection is currently divided into two groupings:

  • Mid-Atlantic States
    Includes publications from Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania.

  • New England States
    Includes publications from Connecticut and Massachusetts.

Coverage: 19th century
Notes: Click on “Search American Counties” link (in red) from the “Search the Archives - Magazines and Newspapers” page.
Help: For further assistance, contact a librarian.
Users: 5 concurrent users
Producer: Accessible Archives, Inc.

This page is maintained by Erin Daix, Collection Development Department.

Last modified: 05/13/11