Memoir Of The Late Samuel Breck, Vice-President Of The Historical Society Of Pennsylvania (1863)

Memoir Of The Late Samuel Breck, Vice-President Of The Historical Society Of Pennsylvania is a biography written by Joseph Reed Ingersoll in 1863. The book provides a comprehensive account of Samuel Breck's life, who was a prominent figure in Philadelphia during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Breck was a successful businessman, politician, and philanthropist who played a key role in the development of Philadelphia's cultural institutions, including the Historical Society of Pennsylvania. In this memoir, Ingersoll explores Breck's personal and professional life, his contributions to the city of Philadelphia, and his legacy as a civic leader. The book contains a wealth of information about Breck's family background, his education, and his early career as a merchant. It also provides insight into Breck's political career, including his tenure as a member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives and his involvement in the Whig Party.Throughout the book, Ingersoll highlights Breck's commitment to public service and his dedication to improving the lives of the citizens of Philadelphia. He also explores Breck's contributions to the arts, sciences, and humanities, including his support of the Franklin Institute and the Academy of Natural Sciences.Overall, Memoir Of The Late Samuel Breck, Vice-President Of The Historical Society Of Pennsylvania is an informative and engaging biography that sheds light on the life and legacy of one of Philadelphia's most important civic leaders.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.