Martha Preble Oxnard was a remarkable woman who left a lasting legacy in her descendants and in the annals of American history. This meticulously researched family history traces the life and times of Martha and her many descendants, including prominent businessmen, politicians, and military leaders. Drawing on a wealth of primary source material, the author offers a detailed portrait of the Preble family and their impact on the development of the United States. Whether you're a history buff or a genealogy enthusiast, this book is an essential resource for understanding the complex interplay between family, politics, and society in early America. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.