Eulogium On The Life And Services Of Simeon De Witt (1835)

Eulogium On The Life And Services Of Simeon De Witt is a book written by Theodric Romeyn Beck and published in 1835. The book is a tribute to the life and accomplishments of Simeon De Witt, a prominent surveyor and cartographer who served as the Surveyor General of New York State from 1784 to 1830. The book provides a detailed biography of De Witt, including his early life, education, and career. It also covers his contributions to the development of the state of New York, including his work on the Erie Canal and his efforts to improve the accuracy of land surveys. In addition to the biography, the book includes several speeches and eulogies given in honor of De Witt after his death in 1834. These speeches provide further insight into De Witt's character and accomplishments, and offer a glimpse into the social and political climate of the time. Overall, Eulogium On The Life And Services Of Simeon De Witt is a valuable historical document that sheds light on the life and work of an important figure in the development of New York State.This Book Is In English.This scarce antiquarian book is a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.