Remembering Troy: Heritage on the Hudson

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Troy, New York, a pivotal site in the American Industrial Revolution, boasts a rich history of innovation and education. The city is linked to notable figures like photographer William Henry Jackson and educator Emma Willard, who established the first women's higher education institution. Readers will uncover Troy's unexpected ties to Uncle Sam, the development of espionage aircraft, and the beginnings of American geology, highlighting its significant contributions to American culture and technology.