One of the fascinating things about the Great Wagon Road Project is that the team is constantly researching a particular area all of the time. The long winter months have moved away, […]
Digging Deeper Into Flower Gap, Virginia
Carol
I have always been passionate about genealogy and history. My years of researching has filled my life with great experiences and knowledge. I yearn to share these treasures with others as they research their own family genealogy. Our ancestors left behind many trails for us to enjoy and preserve. Thank You all for allowing me to share this amazing journey with you. I wish you well with both your genealogy research and your history research. Our ancestors left an amazing trail to follow. Enjoy Your Journey To The Past !!
From Carol’s Desk
As many of you know, books are essential to me. My collection is overwhelming at times, yet I dare not part with any of them. In some cases, I know the page […]
Back On The Trail
The long winter months are slowly fading into the past and, the anticipation of spring rejoices and demands our attention. The Great Wagon Road Project has not been silent and quiet all […]
Moravian Lands in North Carolina
The great migration in North Carolina’s history occurred throughout the mid 18th century. During the 1740 decade, hundreds of families from middle and northern colonies traveled to the piedmont region of North […]
Culper Spy Ring: Clues Identifying Agent#355
Researching the Culper Spy Ring during the past few months has been extraordinary. The experience has allowed new facts to emerge that seem to shed light on the identity of Agent #355. […]
Early Families of Wilkes County, North Carolina
Wilkes County, North Carolina, represents homespun traditions, local folklore, and vast beauty. As the foothills begin cascading down from the Blue Ridge Mountains, the county engulfs the Yadkin River’s turns and swift […]
Are Maps Becoming A Thing Of The Past?
One of the first tools I used as a young teenager seeking the truth about my family history was a map. With the help of the librarian, I was able to retrieve […]
From Carol’s Desk
Over the next week, Piedmont Trails will begin adding new features and updates to the website. These changes are part of the next chapter in moving forward with our journey to the […]
The Early Settlers of Sugar Creek, NC 1740-1760
Sugar Creek is a small community lying within the boundaries of Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. The Sugeree Native Americans were first mentioned in this area by 1709,1 following John Lawson’s description from […]
Define A Good Resource Book
If I were to say to you, I have a good book for you to read, what would be your response? The most likely reaction would be what is in the book, […]
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