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Explore the history of Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky in Peter Bronson’s new book

A.Smith25 min ago
CINCINNATI (WXIX) - Peter Bronson, the author of regional bestsellers about Cincinnati has published a new book about the city's early history: Promised Land: How the Midwest Was Won.

He stopped by the FOX19 NOW studio Friday morning to discuss his latest book with Frank Marzullo.

The book takes readers back in time to explore the exciting history of Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky:

  • Who were the mysterious people who worshipped serpents and built massive mounds and earthworks in Ohio 3,000 years ago?
  • Meet the courageous Revolutionary War veterans who risked their lives to settle in Cincinnati when it was known as "The Miami Slaughterhouse" because of the brutal depredations by the Miami and Shawnee Indians.
  • Read the forgotten story of how Cincinnati leaders risked everything to save Texas in 1836
  • Find out about the huge conspiracy born in Cincinnati, to build a vast slave empire and kill the president, called The Knights of the Golden Circle.
  • Learn about the hero "Mad Anthony" Wayne, who defeated the Indians and opened the Northwest Territory—and the jealous assassin who plotted to kill him.
  • For more information about "Promised Land: How the Midwest was Won" and to order a signed copy, visit Bronson's website at chilidogpress.com

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