Thomas Snell, with his brother, Isachar, came to Weymouth, Massachusetts from Wales in approximately 1661. He arrived nearly penniless as a stranger in a strange land, but it did not take him long to gain employment as a blacksmith. Within a short time, he had a blacksmith shop of his own in Bridgewater, Massachusetts. Quickly realizing the fortune that could be made in trade, Thomas sold his blacksmith shop in favor of a general goods store, and was soon very wealthy. His solid character, good judgement, and quick wit led to him being a large landownder and establishing a system of currency that was used throughout Plymouth Colony.
Details
- Publication Date
- Aug 25, 2016
- Language
- English
- Category
- History
- Copyright
- All Rights Reserved - Standard Copyright License
- Contributors
- By (author): Franklin T. Birdsall, Jr.
Specifications
- Pages
- 22
- Binding
- Saddle Stitch
- Interior Color
- Black & White
- Dimensions
- US Letter (8.5 x 11 in / 216 x 279 mm)