Discover the fascinating history of two of America's earliest colonial families - the Underhills and the Townsends. Isaac Townsend Smith brings to life the triumphs, tragedies, and everyday dramas of these remarkable families, who played a significant role in shaping New York City and the broader American landscape. Whether you're a history buff or simply seeking a compelling yarn, this book is sure to captivate.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.