Hidden History of Cape Cod

Hidden History of Cape Cod

The salty waves and sandy beaches of Cape Cod disguise its fascinating and nearly forgotten history. From Provincetown to Falmouth, the Capeï¿½s fifteen towns offer a plethora of hidden and enchanting tales. Learn why one of the most famous rescues in Coast Guard history spent nearly fifty years in the shadows without public notice. Discover which wild creature went from the nineteenth-century soup pot to enjoying conservation protection under state law. Historian Theresa Mitchell Barbo explores these mysteries and more, from the lost diary of a nineteenth-century schoolteacher to the reason Cape Codders call their lunch ï¿½the noontime dinner.ï¿½ Join Barbo as she lifts the lid on the quirky and remarkable character of Cape Cod and its forgotten happenings.
Country USA
Brand The History Press
Manufacturer The History Press
Binding Kindle Edition
ReleaseDate 2019-05-20
Format Kindle eBook

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