A Memoir of the Construction, Cost, and Capacity of the Croton Aqueduct, Compiled from Official Documents (1843)

""A Memoir Of The Construction, Cost, And Capacity Of The Croton Aqueduct"" is a historical document written by Charles King in 1843. The book provides a detailed account of the construction, cost, and capacity of the Croton Aqueduct, which was built in the early 19th century to provide New York City with a reliable source of fresh water. The author has compiled the information from official documents, providing readers with an accurate and comprehensive view of the project. The book includes detailed descriptions of the engineering and construction processes, as well as the challenges faced by the workers who built the aqueduct. It also covers the financial aspects of the project, including the cost of construction and the funding sources. Additionally, the book provides information on the capacity of the aqueduct and its impact on the growth and development of New York City. Overall, ""A Memoir Of The Construction, Cost, And Capacity Of The Croton Aqueduct"" is a valuable resource for those interested in the history of New York City and the engineering achievements of the 19th century.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.