During my personal research along this historic river, I’ve located 25 additional surnames during the years of 1749-1750. Kawahcatawbas meaning “the people of the river” according to the Siouan language. The history […]
For over 220 miles, the Catawba River travels from the Appalachian Mountains in western North Carolina to just beyond the South Carolina state border. During the colonial period, the water was swift […]
Segment 1 Years of 1765-1768
10 Things You Should Know About Your Ancestors
The Alternate Route From Charlotte, NC to Augusta, GA
The previous article left the Great Wagon Road on the banks of the Yadkin River in North Carolina. The road ended at the Shallow Ford Crossing in the year of 1748 before […]
Adventures Along The Great Wagon Road
Protecting The Legacy of North Carolina’s History & Genealogy
During the years after the war, the pieces of many families remained shattered and separated. Although independence had been achieved, many continued to repair their homes, bury their loved ones and heal […]
A Detailed Outline for Hobby Genealogists for the Piedmont Area
