Charles Maccarthy (Classic Reprint): A Rhode Island Pioneer, 1677: A Rhode Island Pioneer, 1677 (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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A Rhode Island pioneer story spans continents, linking an 17th-century Irish clan to early American settlement.

This book examines Charles MacCarthy, a Rhode Island settler, and places him within the broader history of the MacCarthy dynasty in Ireland. It traces how a turbulent era abroad may have shaped the move to New England and how that choice helped seed Rhode Island’s early development. The text blends family lore, historical context, and the arc of a man whose life touched both the old world and a growing colony.

What you will experience
- A look at the possible connections between Irish titles, land, and a colonial move to Rhode Island
- Context on the MacCarthy family’s long history in Desmond and Munster, and how that history intersected with later American settlers
- Discussions of will, lineage, and enduring ties to places like Kinsale and Cork
- A view of how descendants and local names continued to shape Rhode Island’s story for generations

Ideal for readers of Rhode Island history, colonial America, and immigrant narratives seeking a grounded, nonspoiling overview of a pioneering family.

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