Explore the History of Poquoson in New Book

MT. PLEASANT, S.C. - May 24, 2013 - PRLog -- The newest addition to Arcadia Publishing’s popular Images of America series is Poquoson by the Poquoson Museum and the Poquoson Historical Society. The book boasts more than 200 vintage images.

Christopher Calthrope settled Poquoson in 1631 when he was granted a 500-acre land patent in "New Poquoson." Calthrope's land patent was one of many granted by Royal Governor Harvey in order to extend the English settlement from the James River across the peninsula to the York River.

Plantations dominated the area until the American Revolutionary War. By the late 18th century, new residents migrated from the eastern shore of Virginia and Maryland and began settling in Poquoson. It was during the 19th century that the distinct communities of Odd, Messick, Jeffs, Moores and Poquoson began to be settled. These communities, though in close proximity to each other, had their own stores and post offices. As the 20th century progressed, new families moved into the area due to the establishment of nearby Langley Air Force Base and NASA.

Highlights of Poquoson include:
•   Rarely seen before images from private collections of local residents, as well as from the files of the Poquoson Historical Society.
•   Images of the many veterans of the area dating from the Civil War to WWII.
•   A look into the area’s past with images of the barrel factory, general stores, civic organizations and other local businesses.

Available at area bookstores, independent retailers, and online retailers, or through Arcadia Publishing at (888)-313-2665 or online.  

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