The author of this comprehensive history was the first Louisiana historian to document his studies through research in the national archives of France and Spain. Volume IV was originally published in 1866, twelve years later than the other volumes. In this volume, read about the first half-century of Louisiana under the control of the United States. The road to the assimilation of this varied culture would be difficult and in many ways incomplete.
Discover what took place in the unique land of Louisiana as the country that would be her home gained power and kept it. While reading, enjoy maps of Louisiana as it was at the time covered. A comprehensive index is provided to facilitate finding information in all four volumes.