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Waterways were the original lanes of communication and transportation.
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In America, early generations settled in the east and gradually moved westward.
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The first settlements in an area were along the shoreline, rivers and lakes where they found good harbors for consumable needs and transportation.
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Early roadways were established following Indian paths or trade routes.
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Migration patterns and trends were usually tied to economics.
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Wars influenced migration patterns. Check military, pension and land-bounty grant records to see where a soldier was llving when the record was recorded.
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Towns, cities and counties have changed names over time. Check a Geographical and Historical Dictionary or a Gazetteer.
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Genealogists should read history to gain perspective on your ancestor's life and times; to learn the hows and whys of their lives; to see their place in the overall flow of history; because it's great reading.
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When looking for documents for your ancestors, it helps to understand the time period you're researching,
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