Caudebec in America A Record of the Descendants of Jacques Caudebec 1700 to 1920

"Caudebec in America" by William Louis Cuddeback is a historical record about the Cuddeback family, following their roots back to Jacques Caudebec and their new life in America. It dives into the themes of family heritage, highlighting the experiences of those early settlers. The author starts by showcasing the Caudebec family's coat of arms, which offers a glimpse of their history. The start of the book talks about the author’s long journey collecting information on the descendants of Jacques Caudebec, and stresses how important it is to keep family history to promote connection. Early on, the book describes the Caudebec family's adventurous move, their struggles to get land from Native Americans, and their goals to create a good life in New York’s beautiful valleys back in the 1600s.