Bristol
Bristol

Author: Richard V. Simpson

Publisher: Arcadia Publishing

Published: 2001-08-01

Total Pages: 168

ISBN-13: 9780738523569

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The picturesque images and steadfast spirit of small-town America thrive within Bristol. One need only to look along its tree-lined streets and centuries-old waterfront and into its historic homes and buildings to see the romance of Rhode Island's past mingling with its present. Heritage and tradition, especially its long-running celebrations of the Fourth of July, are essential in understanding the character and identity of this little town on the bay. Bristol: Montaup to Poppasquash takes readers on a unique journey through the community's past, beginning with the voyages of early Norse explorers and detailing major events that shaped the town's history, including the King Philip's War, the Revolutionary War, and a variety of other military conflicts that took local men and women away from their homes. Not only evoking memories of yesteryear, this compelling illustrated history explores the evolving personality of Bristol over the passing decades, from its days as a small fishing village and a haven for privateers to its present status as a premier boat-building center.

Bristol Historic Homes
Bristol Historic Homes

Author: Lynda J. Russell

Publisher: Arcadia Publishing

Published: 2006-03

Total Pages: 132

ISBN-13: 9780738539195

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Bristol, originally known as West Woods, formed later than other Colonial towns. Bristol's mother town of Farmington was settled in 1640 and became a town in 1645, but pioneers did not lay out the remote and unpopulated section of Farmington until 1721. The Jerome, Matthews, and Lewis families created the New Cambridge Parish in 1742, and it was this parish that separated from Farmington and finally formed the town of Bristol in 1785. In Bristol Historic Homes, readers will meet these families and other important figures, such as Ebenezer Barns. Barns built the first permanent home in 1728, and this structure later became a tavern and community center. Through wonderfully preserved vintage photographs, this volume shows how an agricultural community grew and prospered as a variety of skilled tradesmen brought hard work and vision to this beautiful area.

The GWR Bristol to Bath Line
The GWR Bristol to Bath Line

Author: Colin Maggs

Publisher: Amberley Publishing Limited

Published: 2012-05-15

Total Pages: 255

ISBN-13: 1445625822

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A new edition of a classic history of the railway line between Bristol and Bath, illustrated with over 200 pictures.

The Little History of Bristol
The Little History of Bristol

Author: Maurice Fells

Publisher: The History Press

Published: 2021-03-19

Total Pages: 161

ISBN-13: 0750995874

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No one knows for certain when Bristol was founded. What we do know is that for more than 1,000 years it has been at the centre of national and international history. From its earliest days Bristol's prosperity was linked to its port, with the importation of wine and tobacco and its involvement with the slave trade. In those days, explorers sailed from Bristol on epic voyages and discovered new lands. In more recent times its economy has been built on creative media and the aerospace industry, including the construction of Concorde, the world's first supersonic aircraft. From the Avon Gorge's formation, Iron Age settlers and Norman castle construction, to civil war, riots and bus boycotts, The Little History of Bristol is guaranteed to enthral both residents and visitors alike.

Tales of Bristol Motor Speedway
Tales of Bristol Motor Speedway

Author: David McGee

Publisher: Arcadia Publishing

Published: 2011-06-07

Total Pages: 198

ISBN-13: 1625842031

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It is known as the "World's Fastest Half-Mile."? For fifty years and counting, Bristol Motor Speedway has been home to some of the most exciting moments in NASCAR, and the track's history is nearly as exciting as the legendary races it has held. From humble beginnings, Bristol Motor Speedway grew to become one of the largest sporting coliseums in the world, with seating for 160, 000. Join author and veteran speedway insider David McGee as he goes behind the scenes to offer a collection of stories that will surprise even the most dedicated fans. Packed with never-before-published photos from the entire history of the track, Tales of Bristol Motor Speedway is a book no racing fan should be without.

North Somerset and Bristol
North Somerset and Bristol

Author: Nikolaus Pevsner

Publisher: Yale University Press

Published: 1958-03-11

Total Pages: 600

ISBN-13: 9780300096408

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Highlights of this volume are a full account of the Georgian marvels of Bath, and a separate section on the port of Bristol, whose sumptuous Victorian commercial buildings are among the best of their date in England.