Publications of the Rhode Island Historical Society: New Series, V5, 1897 is a book published by the Rhode Island Historical Society in 1897. It is the fifth volume in the society's new series of publications and contains a collection of historical documents, essays, and other materials related to the history of Rhode Island. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the state's colonial history, its role in the American Revolution, and its development in the 19th century. Some of the specific topics covered in the book include the history of Newport, the life of Roger Williams, and the history of the Narragansett Indians. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Rhode Island and the broader history of the United States.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.