New Rochelle

Images of America: New York

by Barbara Davis

Soon after the first train barreled through town on December 25, 1848, New Rochelle was transformed from a quiet agricultural community into one of America's premier suburban communities. At the beginning of the 20th century, New Rochelle became a sought-after residential community, just 45 minutes from Broadway. Sweeping waterfront views and recreation, a rapidly growing retail center, and a deep history led to tremendous growth and prosperity. Because of its two commuter rails, and later the advent of the automobile, the city's population more than quadrupled in four decades, reaching 54,000 by 1930. New Rochelle attracted and inspired an extraordinary number of prominent individuals in the arts, theater, finances, sports, and social activism. Among these national trendsetters are such notables as artist Norman Rockwell, sports legend Lou Gehrig, and suffragist Carrie Chapman Catt.

128 pages, Paperback

First published July 8, 2009

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[Ray LaManna · Rating 5 out of 5]

Well after living in New Rochelle for the past 15 years I thought it would be a good idea to learn something of its history... and quite a history it's been. The text, and especially the pictures in this book are really great.