American Family Of Obadiah Holmes (1915)

The American Family of Obadiah Holmes, written by James Taylor Holmes and published in 1915, is a genealogical study of the Holmes family in America, with a particular focus on Obadiah Holmes, a prominent figure in early American history. The book traces the family's roots back to England and follows their migration to America, where they settled in Massachusetts in the mid-17th century. The author provides a detailed account of Obadiah Holmes' life and his role in the founding of the First Baptist Church in America. Holmes was a devout Baptist who faced persecution and imprisonment for his religious beliefs in the Puritan-dominated society of colonial Massachusetts. The book also explores the family's involvement in the American Revolution and their contributions to the development of the United States.The American Family of Obadiah Holmes is a comprehensive and well-researched study that will appeal to anyone interested in American history, genealogy, and the role of religion in shaping the country's early development. The book includes numerous photographs, illustrations, and maps that help bring the Holmes family's story to life.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.