George Bancroft was a historian and secretary of the Navy. Often referred to as the father of American history, he is best known for his comprehensive work on the history of the United States.

and began writing books on American history. If a poll had been taken 150 years ago as to who was the most noteworthy person in Worcester history, George Bancroft’s name would have led all the ...

George Bancroft, the historian ... Meanwhile he published a book of poems and wrote several magazine articles. He took an active part in politics and was elected to several offices in the State ...

Reviewed Work: A History of the United States, from the Discovery of the American Continent to the Present Time. Vol. I by George Bancroft ...

Aaron Bancroft, was distinguished as a revolutionary soldier, a leading Unitarian clergyman and author of a popular life of George Washington. Bancroft was born in Worcester, and began his ...