Travels Through North America, During the Years 1825 and 1826. v. 1-2

CHAPTER I.

_Departure from Ghent.-- Sojourn at Hellevoetsluis.-- Arrival at Spithead._

On the 4th of April, 1825, I set out from Ghent for Antwerp. This ancient and noble city is in every point of view interesting; to the admirers of the fine arts, on account of the unique treasures she possesses; to the military observer for her long defence against the army of the Duke of Pa...