St. Charles has long been a recreational delight for its citizens and a popular destination for visitors. The area played a significant role in the Civil War; it was the site of active abolitionist and underground railroad movements; and Camp Kane served as a training ground for Union soldiers. This new addition to the Images of America series showcases in historic photographs the people and events that helped to shape the St. Charles of today. Beginning in the 1830s with founders and early entrepreneurs Minard; Ferson; and Hunt; this visual tour explores the cityrsquo;s progress through the 1930s. Scenes of lazy summer days spent camping; swimming; and picnicking on the banks of the Fox River come alive within these pages; and images of early industry show the importance of the arearsquo;s farming and livestock. Vintage photographs of local companies such as Cable Piano; Moline Malleable Iron; and Crown Electric are also featured.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. A short history of a town that grew out of a visionBy Emily Ann Frances MayThe story of the development of the town and the rise of the company is told through the photos from the Westinghouse Air Brake Company archives. The photos are vivid and clear. The information about each one communicates very well the history throughout the years this book covers.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. great purchase/ fast shippingBy JLBThis was a great experience. I had searched for this book for my mother for a long time as she grew up in Wilmerding. This is a new book. looking as if it had never even been opened! It was reasonably priced and came very quickly. She absolutely loved it for Mothers Day!0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. I really enjoyed this bookBy JRB123As I have worked with the Westinghouse Brake in my employment. I really enjoyed this book. as it gives an insight into the man and his amazing company. A very good read. (have read it twice).
