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Timothy H. Ball (February 16, 1826 – November 8, 1913) was an American historian. He is known for writing The Creek War of 1813 and 1814. The book is a well-known source for Choctaw and Creek Indian history. Ball was a prolific writer. As a historian, he made intricate notes with former settlers. Many of his books are hundreds of pages in length. His works can be found in the Library of Congress. Ball died on November 8, 1913, at Crown Point, Indiana. He was buried in Clarke County, Alabama.
Clarke County, as to its area, one of the largest in the state, it has a peculiar locality, and its history is very attractive. Indeed, Clarke county, with its surroundings, the region which, on the following pages, will be not only introduced to the reader, but spread out in some of its details, if not the most beautiful in the state is certainly in some parts grand and in others picturesque ; and if not the most productive in respect to material resources, it contains the localities of the oldest known American settlements in the state, the localities of some of our most noted historic events, and of other events of a tragic and of a romantic interest.
The transcription and enhancement of this book is dedicated to the citizens of Clarke County Alabama.
DEDICATED TO THE CITIZENS OF CLARKE COUNTY ALABAMA
My journey from first glance to completion of this project has reaffirmed my belief in the value of historical texts and reminded me that I have a self-imposed responsibility to preserve and pass on for future generations.
It may be asked, Why do I especially undertake this work ? And my first answer is, Because it is a variety of literary work which I peculiarly love. Persons should do, if possible and right, what they like to do. Seeing a fine opportunity for pleasant employment, why, in this land of freedom, should I not improve it ?
Early Travels and Conflicts in the Great South-East
About Clarke County, Alabama and Its Surroundings, 1540-1877
SPANISH, FRENCH AND ENGLISH RESIDENTS
THE MISSISSIPPI TERRITORY— 1798-1812
The American was beginning to place himself not only abreast of all the world, but in the lead, for all useful inventions and for daring enterprise and indomitable will. And over the belt of long-leaved pines a new era also dawns.
About Clarke County, Alabama and Its Surroundings, 1540-1877
INDIANS OF THE SOUTH-EAST