Name/Title
Place Names in AlabamaEntry/Object ID
2022.15.16Description
Place Names in Alabama by Virginia O. Foscue is a dictionary-format book that details the origins, history, and etymology of over 2,600 place names in the state, covering counties, cities, towns, and geographical features. Published by the University of Alabama Press, it serves as a linguistic and historical resource, explaining how names from Native American, European, and American settlers (including presidents and landowners) were chosen, often reflecting the state's rich history and diverse settlement patterns.Collection
William "Billy" S. BatesAcquisition
Accession
2022.15Source or Donor
William Sims BatesAcquisition Method
DonationBook Details
Author
Virginia O. FoscueDate Published
1989ISBN
0-8173-0410-X