Huntsville - Hardback - 9781531666866

Huntsville has served as the unofficial capital of north Alabama since the early 19th century. Settled by John Hunt and developed by ambitious cotton planters, enterprising merchants andprofessionals, and thousands of families looking for new opportunities in the rich farmland, Huntsville has continued to grow and prosper as 21st-century corporations and government agencies develop new technologies that make the city the center of space and defense-related industries in the South. The city has endured military occupation, storms, financial panics, and the constant threat of economic and social stagnation that occurred in so many communities across the South. Yet Huntsville continued to redefine itself and remain relevantin regional, national, and international affairs. This positive spirit makes Huntsville a special place for residents and visitors alike. Images of America: Huntsville hopes to capture the uniqueness of the city while simultaneously acknowledging some mistakes that have beenmade in the past.

• | Author: John F. Kvach
• | Publisher: Arcadia Publishing Library Editions
• | Publication Date: Apr 01, 2013
• | Number of Pages: 130 pages
• | Binding: Hardback or Cased Book
• | ISBN-10: 1531666868
• | ISBN-13: 9781531666866