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The Family Tree Historical Maps Book: A Bridge to the Past for Genealogists and Family Historians

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The Family Tree Historical Maps Book: A State-by-State Atlas of US History, 1790-1900

by Allison Dolan

4 out of 5

Language	:	English
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The Family Tree Historical Maps Book is an essential tool for anyone interested in tracing their family's roots. This comprehensive guide provides a wealth of information on how to use historical maps to find out where your ancestors lived and what their lives were like.

The book is divided into three parts. The first part provides an overview of historical maps and how to use them. The second part contains a detailed guide to the different types of historical maps available. The third part provides a case study of how to use historical maps to trace a family's history.

The book is well-written and easy to follow. It is packed with illustrations and examples that make the concepts easy to understand. The case study is particularly helpful, as it shows how to apply the information in the book to a real-world situation.

Overall, The Family Tree Historical Maps Book is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in tracing their family's roots. It is a must-have for any genealogist or family historian.

Using Historical Maps to Trace Your Family's Roots

Historical maps can be a valuable tool for genealogists and family historians. They can provide information about where your ancestors lived, what their occupations were, and even what their homes looked like.

To use historical maps to trace your family's roots, you will need to know:

* The names of your ancestors * The dates and places of their birth, marriage, and death * The names of any other relatives who lived in the same area

Once you have this information, you can start to search for historical maps of the areas where your ancestors lived. There are a number of online resources that can help you find historical maps, including:

* The David Rumsey Map Collection * The Library of Congress * The National Archives

Once you have found some historical maps, you can start to explore them to see if you can find any information about your ancestors. Look for:

* The names of your ancestors' towns or villages * The names of any landmarks or geographical features that may have been mentioned in your family history * The boundaries of any counties or other political subdivisions

If you find any information about your ancestors on a historical map, be sure to record it in your family tree. Historical maps can be a valuable way to learn more about your family's past and to connect with your ancestors.

The Different Types of Historical Maps

There are many different types of historical maps available, each with its own unique purpose. Some of the most common types of historical maps include:

* Topographic maps show the physical features of an area, such as mountains, rivers, and forests. * Cadastral maps show the boundaries of land parcels. * City maps show the streets and buildings of a city or town. * County maps show the boundaries of counties and other political subdivisions. * State maps show the boundaries of states and other political subdivisions. * National maps show the boundaries of countries and other political subdivisions.

When choosing a historical map to use, it is important to consider the purpose of the map and the time period that you are interested in. For example, if you are interested in learning about the physical features of an area where your ancestors lived, you would need to use a topographic map. If you are interested in learning about the boundaries of a county where your ancestors lived, you would need to use a county map.

Case Study: Using Historical Maps to Trace a Family's History

The following case study shows how to use historical maps to trace a family's history.

The Smith family has been living in the United States for over 200 years. The family has always been interested in their history, but they have never been able to trace their roots back beyond their great-great-grandparents.

Recently, the Smiths decided to use historical maps to try to trace their family's history. They started by searching for historical maps of the area where their great-great-grandparents lived. They found a number of maps that showed the area where the Smiths lived, as well as the names of the landowners in the area.

The Smiths were able to use the historical maps to trace their family's history back to the early 1800s. They found out that their great-great-grandparents were farmers who lived in a small town in Pennsylvania. They also found out that the Smiths had been living in the same area for over 200 years.

The Smiths were thrilled to have been able to trace their family's history back so far. They are now planning to visit the area where their great-great-grandparents lived and to learn more about their family's past.

The Family Tree Historical Maps Book is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in tracing their family's roots. It provides a wealth of information on how to use historical maps to find out where your ancestors lived and what their lives were like. The book is well-written and easy to follow, and it is packed with illustrations and examples that make the concepts easy to understand. The case study is particularly helpful, as it shows how to apply the information in the book to a real-world situation.

If you are interested in tracing your family's history, I highly recommend The Family Tree Historical Maps Book. It is a must-have for any genealogist or family historian.

The Family Tree Historical Maps Book: A State-by-State Atlas of US History, 1790-1900

by Allison Dolan

4 out of 5