Migration Stories Path Description: This is the first of a series of migration paths described for collaborative research.
Map: “Guide Through Ohio, Michigan, Indiana, Illinois, Missouri, Wisconsin & Iowa.” Created by J. Calvin Smith and published by J.H. Colton in 1853. Engraved by Stiles, S. Sherman & Smith Source: DavidRumsey.com
Explore the motivations, struggles, and incentives that encouraged so many to pull up their roots and head westward in pursuit of the dream of owning land. This paths will share stories about our ancestors who ventured to new frontier spaces to claim a piece of the American promise.
In 2021, Helene found herself gifted w/ a treasure trove of 885 hand-written letters penned by her deceased great-grandmother between 1961 to 1975. Follow along on the journey as she reads through these letters and dives into family history.
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