The definition of a tavern in today’s dictionary, means an establishment offering beer and liquor for sale while allowing consumption on the premises. During the colonial period, the tavern meant much more […]
Early American Taverns
Early Settlers On The Banks of The Deep River
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 […]
Early Pioneers of Western North Carolina
Present Day Watauga County
Early Settlers of Ashe County, NC
Segment 1
The Beginning Journey West
Northwest Territory Migration
A Brief History
Opening Doors With Free Genealogy Research
Piedmont Trails has received a huge amount of questions and queries concerning free genealogy techniques. Due to the overwhelming response, Piedmont Trails made the decision to dedicate a blog segment covering the […]
Western Migration 1785-1820
During the years following the American Revolutionary War, many families began settling back to a normal life and reflecting upon the days of conflict. Settlement was discouraged beyond the Appalachian Mountains prior […]
The Great Wagon Road Enters Into South Carolina
The Alternate Route From Charlotte, NC to Augusta, GA
The Great Wagon Road Enters Into South Carolina
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 […]
