Jamestown Exposition
American Imperialism on Parade
Author: Amy Waters Yarsinske Series: Images of America (Arcadia Publishing)
In 1907, Norfolk hosted the Jamestown Exposition, a celebration of Americas first permanent settlement on April 26, 1607, and an event that marked Americas ascension as a world power, in both military might and cultural influence. This exposition came at a time in American history when naval reviews, grandiose celebrations, worlds fairs, and international expositions were at their zenith of public popularity. These were the days when American imperialism reigned and expositions were an expression of patriotic fervor as never before seen in this country. In Jamestown Exposition: American Imperialism on Parade Volume I, readers will experience this historic event from its early planning and construction, meeting the men responsible for its coordination and success, to the pomp and circumstance of the different exhibits of participating companies, states, and foreign powers. The true-life story of Pocahontas, or Matoaka; the Battle of the Merrimack and Monitor, the expositions most popular exhibit; and the colorful review of the different world navies, such as the Japanese and British fleets, are just a few examples of the fascinating stories touched upon in this first volume.
Paperback
PRODUCT INFORMATION
Summary
In 1907, Norfolk hosted the Jamestown Exposition, a celebration of Americas first permanent settlement on April 26, 1607, and an event that marked Americas ascension as a world power, in both military might and cultural influence. This exposition came at a time in American history when naval reviews, grandiose celebrations, worlds fairs, and international expositions were at their zenith of public popularity. These were the days when American imperialism reigned and expositions were an expression of patriotic fervor as never before seen in this country. In Jamestown Exposition: American Imperialism on Parade Volume I, readers will experience this historic event from its early planning and construction, meeting the men responsible for its coordination and success, to the pomp and circumstance of the different exhibits of participating companies, states, and foreign powers. The true-life story of Pocahontas, or Matoaka; the Battle of the Merrimack and Monitor, the expositions most popular exhibit; and the colorful review of the different world navies, such as the Japanese and British fleets, are just a few examples of the fascinating stories touched upon in this first volume.
Description
The fascinating story of the Jamestown Exposition of 1907, a tricentennial celebration of America's first settlement in 1607, continues to unfold in this companion volume, which explores the exposition's parades, exhibitions, and the people who worked and participated in the days' events. Not only important as a statewide event, the exposition provided the United States government and many other states a stage to display their history and culture for the whole world to see and enjoy. In this second volume, you will continue your visual journey on the exposition grounds, viewing the new wonders of the time--flying machines--and the architecturally diverse State Buildings, such as Kentucky's frontierera fort, Virginia's replica colonial planter's mansion, and Vermont's country cottage. As you thumb through these pages, you will learn the incredible stories of some of the most famous people of the day who attended the exposition, such as William Jennings Bryan and Mark Twain, and the captivating history of the Black Jamestown Exposition Company, a group that
held a separate exhibit along with the festivities of the larger exposition. Also, the exposition served as the starting point for the around-the-world voyage of President Teddy Roosevelt's Great White Fleet, a bold demonstration of America's naval superiority and new role as a leading world power.
About the Author
Hampton Roads historian and prolific author Amy Waters Yarsinske has extensively researched the subject and has compiled an extraordinary visual history that reveals the wonder and grandeur of this event. Like her other titles, such as Virginia Beach, Ocean View, Winter Comes to Norfolk, Summer on the Southside, and Norfolk's Church Street, Jamestown Exposition: American Imperialism on Parade Volume I blends beautiful and vivid images with thorough and eloquent text, allowing the reader to explore the exposition firsthand. Released with an accompanying second volume, this collection will certainly educate and entertain, reminding all readers, both young and old, of Norfolk's historic place in our country's growing global identity.
In 1907, Norfolk hosted the Jamestown Exposition, a celebration of America
Product Details
Returns
This item is eligible for free returns within 30 days of delivery. See our returns policy for further details.
Browse by category
- Books » Non-Fiction » History » North American
- Books
- Books » Non-Fiction
- Books » Non-Fiction » History
- Books » Non-Fiction » History » United States
