Halsey, Francis W. (Francis Whiting), 1851-19

Francis Whiting Halsey (1851-1919) was an American journalist, editor, and historian [Wikipedia].

Here's a summary of what we know about him:

• Lifespan: October 15, 1851 – November 24, 1919
• Birthplace: Unadilla, New York [Wikipedia]
• Family:
  • Son of Dr. Gaius Leonard Halsey, a Civil War surgeon [Wikipedia]
  • Descendant of Thomas Halsey, an early settler of Southampton, Long Island [Wikipedia]
• Career:
  • Journalist [Wikipedia]
  • Editor [Wikipedia]
  • Historian [Wikipedia]
  • Author of multiple books, including "The Old New York Frontier: Its Wars With Indians and Tories, Its Missionary Schools, Pioneers, and Land Titles, 1614-1800"