A History Of Tong, Shropshire: Its Church, Manor, Parish, College, Early Owners, And Clergy, With Notes On Boscobel (1894) is a book written by George Griffiths. This book is a comprehensive account of the history of Tong, a small village in Shropshire, England. The book covers various aspects of the village's history, including its church, manor, parish, college, early owners, and clergy. The author has also included notes on Boscobel, a nearby estate that played a significant role in the history of the English Civil War.The book begins with an introduction to the village of Tong, its location, and its early history. The author then goes on to describe the village's church, which is dedicated to St. Bartholomew. He provides a detailed account of the church's architecture, history, and notable features, such as the ancient font and the medieval stained glass windows.The next section of the book focuses on the manor of Tong, which was owned by various notable families throughout history. The author provides a detailed account of the manor's history, including its early owners, its architecture, and its role in the local community.The book also covers the parish of Tong, which includes several small villages and hamlets. The author provides a detailed account of the parish's history, including its early inhabitants, its churches, and its notable features.The author also discusses the Tong College, which was founded in the 16th century to educate local boys. He provides a detailed account of the college's history, including its founding, its curriculum, and its notable alumni.Finally, the book includes notes on Boscobel, a nearby estate that played a significant role in the history of the English Civil War. The author provides a detailed account of the estate's history, including its ownership, its architecture, and its role in the famous escape of King Charles II.Overall, A History Of Tong, Shropshire: Its Church, Manor, Parish, College, Early Owners, And Clergy, With Notes On Boscobel (1894) is a comprehensive account of the history of Tong and its surrounding area. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Shropshire or the English Civil War.Illustrated By Edmund H. New, Gertrude M. Bradley, And Charles W. S. Dixon.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
