Thomas Dongan: Colonial Governor of New York 1683-1688

""Thomas Dongan: Colonial Governor Of New York 1683-1688"" is a historical biography written by Thomas P. Phelan. The book details the life and legacy of Thomas Dongan, who served as the colonial governor of New York from 1683 to 1688. The author begins by providing an overview of the political and social climate of New York during the late 17th century, setting the stage for Dongan's appointment as governor. Phelan then delves into Dongan's personal background, tracing his family history and early life in Ireland. The bulk of the book focuses on Dongan's time as governor, exploring the policies he implemented and the challenges he faced during his tenure. Phelan examines Dongan's efforts to establish a representative government in New York, as well as his attempts to improve the economic and social conditions of the colony. Throughout the book, Phelan also highlights the various conflicts and controversies that arose during Dongan's governorship, including tensions with neighboring colonies and clashes with the powerful Dutch and English trading companies. Overall, ""Thomas Dongan: Colonial Governor Of New York 1683-1688"" provides a comprehensive and engaging account of one of the most important figures in New York's colonial history. It offers valuable insights into the political and social dynamics of the era, as well as the challenges faced by colonial governors in the early days of the American colonies.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.