History Of San Diego 1542-1908 V2: An Account Of The Rise And Progress Of The Pioneer Settlement On

The book ""History of San Diego 1542-1908 V2"" is a comprehensive account of the pioneer settlement on the Pacific Coast of the United States. Written by William E. Smythe, this book delves into the rise and progress of San Diego, California, from the time of its discovery in 1542 by Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo to the year 1908. The book is divided into two volumes, with the second volume focusing on the modern city of San Diego.The book covers a wide range of topics including the Spanish colonization, the Mexican-American War, the Gold Rush era, the establishment of the city government, and the development of the city's infrastructure. It also covers the major events that shaped San Diego's history, such as the Panama-California Exposition of 1915 and the World War II military presence in the city.Smythe's writing style is engaging and informative, and he provides a wealth of detail about the people, places, and events that have shaped San Diego's history. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of San Diego, California, and the Pacific Coast of the United States.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.