The Great Wagon Road Project has been researching the state of North Carolina for the past several months. Members, Bill Collins and Dowell Lester both share a tremendous amount of knowledge about […]
Great Wagon Road Along The Mayo River
Race To The Dan River
Years ago, I would go fishing with my Grandpa along the banks of the Dan River. Little did I know that one day I would be researching the historic early fords along […]
The Early Roads To Salisbury, North Carolina
All roads lead to Salisbury, North Carolina? During the years of 1740 to 1750, documents are proclaiming that at least two major roads did in fact lead to this area. Present day […]
The Mayo River Crossing of The Great Wagon Road
The Great Wagon Road Project has been concentrating on the North Carolina section until August of this year. As we trace the road through the various creeks and streams, we add our […]
Amazing Discoveries Of The Great Wagon Road
As the Great Wagon Road Project continues to research the old road, the volunteers are organizing the vast amount of materials. The facts and the stories present themselves in many different formats. […]
The Southern Migration During The 18th Century
When you begin researching your ancestor’s migration within the American colonies, a few questions quickly come to mind. For example, Why did my ancestors move so far? Did they travel alone on […]
History of The Great Warriors’ Path
The most important Indian path in America was located east of the Appalachian Mountains in Pennsylvania and extended southward to eastern Georgia. During the year of 1646, Abraham Wood led an exploring […]
From Footsteps To Wagon Wheels
Who were these people who traveled The Great Wagon Road? Why did their numbers grow so significantly during the mid 18th century? What were their reasons for moving to unknown lands? These […]
Genealogy Tips For 18th & 19th Century Ancestors
10 Things You Should Know About Your Ancestors
The Road To The Kentucky Frontier 1740-1780
The History and The People
