Discover the History of Lincoln in New Book

MT. PLEASANT, S.C. - Oct. 2, 2013 - PRLog -- The newest addition to Arcadia Publishing’s popular Images of America series is Lincoln from local author Ray John de Aragon. The book boasts more than 200 vintage images and memories from Lincoln’s past.

The town of Lincoln is nestled in the lush green valley of the Rio Bonito in Southeastern New Mexico. It lies on US Route 380 about 57 miles west of Roswell and south of the Lincoln National Forest. Lincoln has been a National Landmark since 1960 and historians often refer to it as the most authentic Old West town remaining in the United States.

Spanish settlers arrived in the area during the 1840s. By the 1860s, Lincoln served as a supply center for local ranches, mines and nearby Fort Stanton. Lincoln merchants vied for lucrative government contracts and the famous Lincoln County War erupted. As a result, Lincoln holds a unique place in American history, connected with the names of Lew Wallace, Billy the Kid, Sheriff Pat Garrett and John Chisum. Seventeen historic buildings and four museums highlight the town as well as an annual folk pageant, The Last Escape of Billy the Kid, held since 1949. In Images of America: Lincolnthe scenes of the past are preserved on the pages for future generations. By allowing readers to see images from Lincoln’s history they can gain a better understanding of its current identity.

Topics discussed in Lincoln include:

•Lincoln, Land of Opportunity
•Showdown in Lincoln
•Lincoln Spawns a Legend
•The Legacy of Lincoln

Available at area bookstores, independent retailers and online retailers, or through Arcadia Publishing at (888)-313-2665 or online.

Arcadia Publishing is the leading publisher of local and regional history in the United States.  Our mission is to make history accessible and meaningful through the publication of books on the heritage of America’s people and places.  Have we done a book on your town?  Visit www.arcadiapublishing.com/.