This comprehensive history of the San Joaquin Valley begins with a study of the indigenous Native American tribes of the area and their interactions with one another. It then explores the occupation by the Spanish, the trapping industry, the arrival of settlers from the eastern United States, and the formation of expansive cattle ranches. The development of agriculture and irrigation and the subsequent battles over land and water rights are addressed. Also discussed is the grand era of the railroad, which would forever ...
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This comprehensive history of the San Joaquin Valley begins with a study of the indigenous Native American tribes of the area and their interactions with one another. It then explores the occupation by the Spanish, the trapping industry, the arrival of settlers from the eastern United States, and the formation of expansive cattle ranches. The development of agriculture and irrigation and the subsequent battles over land and water rights are addressed. Also discussed is the grand era of the railroad, which would forever change the valley, bringing light industry and modern agricultural practices.
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Good/ Very Good in Fair jacket. Book 1960-Hardcover w/ DJ. Book is in Good to Very Good condition with light shelf wear to edges, bumping to spine head and tail, rubbing to cover edges and folds. Pages are flat and off-white. Binding is good. Paper clip rust migration to pages 101-105. Previous owner's name in ink to front paste down, name and address in ink to rear paste down. DJ is in Fair condition with creases, tears and small amount of loss. Archival protection. AL SKU-222173 Local.
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