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 […]
Segment 1 Years of 1765-1768
10 Things You Should Know About Your Ancestors
The Deep River of North Carolina spans a length of 125 miles from present day Sandy Ridge Road in Guilford County to Chatham County near Moncure. Several Indian artifacts have been found […]
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 […]
18th Century Pioneers on Beaver Island Creek
A Detailed Outline for Hobby Genealogists for the Piedmont Area
Month of July 2020
So many family trees can trace their ancestors to the American Revolutionary War. Have you discovered ancestors from this time period? If so, share your findings with others. Colonial records can be difficult to locate and for those who have not discovered their colonial families, submit a query request to Piedmont Trails. Also, visit the Footstep Tracking page and learn different techniques for the colonial period records.
Enjoy your Journey !!
