Ebook: Chronicles of Douglas County, Colorado

It’s
hard to imagine that Douglas County’s breathtaking vistas—now occupied by
expanding suburbs and quiet, open spaces—were once the home to dinosaur herds
and, later on, nomadic Indian tribes. The nation’s second gold rush brought
those seeking great fortunes to central Colorado, but it was the untapped potential
of the area and a dream of taming the land that appealed most to early settlers
of Douglas County. Pioneers like General Bela Hughes and John D. Perry (whose
agreement led to the railroad connection across Kansas to Denver) and Martin
Henry Goddard (who, along with his wife, Nellie, ran the Rhode Island Hotel)
were among the first of many settlers to establish roots here. Join the Castle
Rock Writers for a journey through the history of this land and the diverse
legacy left behind by those who made it their home.