Records of the Colony of New Plymouth in New England Court Orders, Volume II, 1641-1651 - Paperback

by Nathaniel B. Shurtleff (Author), New Plymouth Colony (Author)

This series offers a comprehensive collection of the daily court records of New Plymouth, Massachusetts, and is an exceptional source for genealogical research. The plethora of information contained within this second volume includes: land grants, jury registers, names of freemen, nomination and election of constables and other town officials, assignment of committees for various tasks, etc. This is an essential tool for those researching early colonial government. This book of records paints a realistic picture of life in colonial New England. It is an elucidating look into a time long past. An index to full-names, places and subjects adds to the value of this work.