The Aroostook War: Like it has Never Been Told Before

Discover the real story of the real people, places and events that shaped the Northeast borderlands region in the early and mid-1800’s during the period of the Aroostook War. This landmark book brings the forgotten stories to life, and tells them like they have never been told before – through the voices of the actual participants. Find out what REALLY led to the conflict that came to a head in 1839 with the Aroostook War when troops were sent to the region, fortifications and roads were built; and both Maine and the United States; as well as New Brunswick and England braced for the third major conflict following the Revolutionary War, and the War of 1812. Based on over thirty years of research, historian Dr. Dena L. Winslow, presents the significant period of the Aroostook War in this engaging groundbreaking book. For the first time, original documents and records, including some previously unknown to historians, are brought to life as the actual participants involved in the conflicts tell their own stories from first-hand experiences.This was the only time in US history that a State declared war on another country. The real significance of these events not only redefined the location of the border between the two countries, but provided the building blocks that led to the growth and development of what would become Aroostook County and western New Brunswick. The economic boon that the war brought to the few scattered struggling settlers in the region in both Maine and New Brunswick is a frequently overlooked, but important part of the ultimate growth and development of the region.Well researched, richly detailed, and containing many difficult to find references, this book addresses how the Aroostook War period fundamentally changed Maine, New Brunswick, and the larger northeast forever. It is a great resource for forgotten events, people, and lost places connected with this significant time period. Read more