Before the Revolutionary War, geography, topography and a strong indigenous people presence shaped migration patterns. This webinar covers the dominant push-pull forces and challenges for colonial migration. Using maps and other graphics, the major migration routes by region will be described: New England, mid-Atlantic and southward from Virginia. Famous paths such as the Kings Highway, the Great Valley Road, and the Fall Line Road as well as less well-known paths such as the Greenwood Path and the Forbidden Path will be covered. Using a set of case studies, the process of locating clues in local histories, land records, and vital records is unfolded.
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wonderful workshop
on my mother's side, they were from England originally\non my father's side, they were from Germany originally
Cluster migration... something I hadn't thought to research. Thx.
Ann G Lawthers never disappoints! She always has appropriate media to get her message to each viewer. I enjoy her webinars - always.
Very interesting
Excellent - I especially enjoyed the maps. Easy to follow and very informative.
Wonderful and so very helpful for researching our colonial ancestors.
It was a great program.