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''[[United States|United States]] > [[Portal:Florida|Florida]] > Florida | ''[[United States|United States]] > [[Portal:Florida|Florida]] > Florida History'' | ||
== Brief History == | == Brief History == | ||
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*'''1812, 1816 & 1817:''' Seminole Indian Wars (Osceola; Seminole Chief 1804-1838) | *'''1812, 1816 & 1817:''' Seminole Indian Wars (Osceola; Seminole Chief 1804-1838) | ||
*'''1819:''' Spain ceded the remainder of West Florida and all of East Florida to the United States for $5,000,000. Official United States occupation took place in 1821, and Florida was organized as a territory in 1822. | *'''1819:''' Spain ceded the remainder of West Florida and all of East Florida to the United States for $5,000,000. Official United States occupation took place in 1821, and Florida was organized as a territory in 1822. | ||
*'''30 March 1822:''' Florida Territory organized. | *'''30 March 1822:''' Florida Territory organized. | ||
*'''18 September 1822:''' Treaty of Fort Moultrie between the United States and the Seminole Indians. | *'''18 September 1822:''' Treaty of Fort Moultrie between the United States and the Seminole Indians. | ||
*'''1835-1842: '''The Second Seminole War was caused by reaction to the Treat of Payne's Landing (1832) and the attempts by the U.S. to remove them from Florida. The Seminole's were led by Chief Osceola, WIld Cat, Alligator and Aripeka conducted a gurerrilla war. Over 1,500 U.S. troops lost their lives. | *'''1835-1842: '''The Second Seminole War was caused by reaction to the Treat of Payne's Landing (1832) and the attempts by the U.S. to remove them from Florida. The Seminole's were led by Chief Osceola, WIld Cat, Alligator and Aripeka conducted a gurerrilla war. Over 1,500 U.S. troops lost their lives. | ||
*'''1842:''' At the close of the Seminole Wars, most of the Indians were removed west to present-day Oklahoma, but a few hundred escaped into the swamps. | *'''1842:''' At the close of the Seminole Wars, most of the Indians were removed west to present-day Oklahoma, but a few hundred escaped into the swamps. | ||
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*'''1964–1972:''' Over 8.7 million American men and women served in the [http://www.vietnamwar.com/ Vietnam War]. | *'''1964–1972:''' Over 8.7 million American men and women served in the [http://www.vietnamwar.com/ Vietnam War]. | ||
== Historical Content == | == Historical Content == | ||
Histories are great sources of genealogical information. Many contain biographical information about individuals who lived in the area, including: | Histories are great sources of genealogical information. Many contain biographical information about individuals who lived in the area, including: | ||
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*Parents' names | *Parents' names | ||
*Maiden names of women | *Maiden names of women | ||
*Place of birth, death, or marriage | *Place of birth, death, or marriage | ||
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*Occupation | *Occupation | ||
*Migration | *Migration | ||
*Military service | *Military service | ||
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*Descendants | *Descendants | ||
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==Local Histories== | |||
== Local Histories == | |||
Some of the most valuable sources for family history research are local histories. Published histories of towns, counties, and states usually contain accounts of families. They describe the settlement of the area and the founding of churches, schools, and businesses. You can also find lists of pioneers, soldiers, and civil officials. Even if your ancestor is not listed, information on other relatives may be included that will provide important clues for locating your ancestor. A local history may also suggest other records to search. Local histories are extensively collected by the [[Family History Library|Family History Library]], public and university libraries, and state and local historical societies. | Some of the most valuable sources for family history research are local histories. Published histories of towns, counties, and states usually contain accounts of families. They describe the settlement of the area and the founding of churches, schools, and businesses. You can also find lists of pioneers, soldiers, and civil officials. Even if your ancestor is not listed, information on other relatives may be included that will provide important clues for locating your ancestor. A local history may also suggest other records to search. Local histories are extensively collected by the [[Family History Library|Family History Library]], public and university libraries, and state and local historical societies. | ||
*''A Bibliography of American County Histories'' <ref> Filby, P. William. ''A Bibliography of American County Histories''. Baltimore: Genealogical Publishing, 1985. ([http://www.familysearch.org/eng/library/fhlcatalog/supermainframeset.asp?display=titlehitlist&columns=*%2C0%2C0&title=A+Bibliography+of+American+County+Histories&pretitle=A+Bibliography+of+American+County+Histories FHL book 973 H23bi])</ref> <ref> [http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/12356760&referer=brief_results Worldcat] </ref> | *''A Bibliography of American County Histories'' <ref> Filby, P. William. ''A Bibliography of American County Histories''. Baltimore: Genealogical Publishing, 1985. ([http://www.familysearch.org/eng/library/fhlcatalog/supermainframeset.asp?display=titlehitlist&columns=*%2C0%2C0&title=A+Bibliography+of+American+County+Histories&pretitle=A+Bibliography+of+American+County+Histories FHL book 973 H23bi])</ref> <ref> [http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/12356760&referer=brief_results Worldcat] </ref> | ||
*''United States Local Histories in the Library of Congress'' <ref> Kaminkow, Marion J. ''United States Local Histories in the Library of Congress''. 5 vols. Baltimore: Magna Charta Book, 1975-76. ([http://www.familysearch.org/eng/library/fhlcatalog/supermainframeset.asp?display=titledetails&titleno=252458&disp=United+States+local+histories+in+the+Lib%20%20&columns=*,0,0 FHL book 973 A3ka].) </ref> <ref> [http://www.worldcat.org/search?q=United+States+Local+Histories+in+the+Library+of+Congress&qt=results_page Worldcat] </ref> | *''United States Local Histories in the Library of Congress'' <ref> Kaminkow, Marion J. ''United States Local Histories in the Library of Congress''. 5 vols. Baltimore: Magna Charta Book, 1975-76. ([http://www.familysearch.org/eng/library/fhlcatalog/supermainframeset.asp?display=titledetails&titleno=252458&disp=United+States+local+histories+in+the+Lib%20%20&columns=*,0,0 FHL book 973 A3ka].) </ref> <ref> [http://www.worldcat.org/search?q=United+States+Local+Histories+in+the+Library+of+Congress&qt=results_page Worldcat] </ref> | ||
== State Histories Useful to Genealogists == | == State Histories Useful to Genealogists == | ||
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Good genealogists strive to understand the life and times of their ancestors. In this sense, any history is useful. But certain kinds of state, county, and local histories, especially older histories published between 1845 and 1945, often include biographical sketches of prominent individuals. The sketches usually tend toward the lauditory, but may include some genealogical details. If these histories are indexed or alphabetical, check for an ancestor's name. One of the best sources for studying Florida history is: | Good genealogists strive to understand the life and times of their ancestors. In this sense, any history is useful. But certain kinds of state, county, and local histories, especially older histories published between 1845 and 1945, often include biographical sketches of prominent individuals. The sketches usually tend toward the lauditory, but may include some genealogical details. If these histories are indexed or alphabetical, check for an ancestor's name. One of the best sources for studying Florida history is: | ||
*''Florida: Historic- Dramatic-Contemporary,'' is an especially helpful source for studying the history of Florida. <ref>Junius E. Dovell, ''Florida: Historic- Dramatic-Contemporary,'' Four Volumes. (New York, NY: Lewis Historical Publishing Company, 1952; Family History Library book [http://www.familysearch.org/eng/library/fhlcatalog/supermainframeset.asp?display=titledetails&amp;titleno=134294&amp;disp=Florida%20%20&amp;columns=*,0,0 975.9 H2do]).</ref> | *''Florida: Historic- Dramatic-Contemporary,'' is an especially helpful source for studying the history of Florida. <ref>Junius E. Dovell, ''Florida: Historic- Dramatic-Contemporary,'' Four Volumes. (New York, NY: Lewis Historical Publishing Company, 1952; Family History Library book [http://www.familysearch.org/eng/library/fhlcatalog/supermainframeset.asp?display=titledetails&amp;amp;titleno=134294&amp;amp;disp=Florida%20%20&amp;amp;columns=*,0,0 975.9 H2do]).</ref> | ||
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== United States History == | |||
The following are only a few of the many sources that are available: | |||
The | *''The Almanac of American History'', <ref> Schlesinger, Jr., Arthur M. ''The Almanac of American History.'' Greenwich, Conn.: Bison Books, 1983. ([http://www.familysearch.org/eng/library/fhlcatalog/supermainframeset.asp?display=titlehitlist&columns=*%2C0%2C0&title=The+Almanac+of+American+History.&pretitle=The+Almanac+of+American+History. FHL book 973 H2alm]) </ref> <ref> [http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/9392978&referer=brief_results Worldcat] </ref> This provides brief historical essays and chronological descriptions of thousands of key events in United States history. | ||
*'' | *''Dictionary of American History, Revised ed'' <ref>'' Dictionary of American History, Revised ed., 8 vols''. New York: Charles Scribner's Sons, 1976. ([http://www.familysearch.org/eng/library/fhlcatalog/supermainframeset.asp?display=titledetails&titleno=76529&disp=Dictionary+of+American+history%20%20&columns=*,0,0 FHL book 973 H2ad].)</ref> <ref> [http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/2507380&referer=brief_results Worldcat] </ref> This includes historical sketches on various topics in U.S. history, such as wars, people, laws, and organizations. A snippet view is available at [http://books.google.com/books?id=Lz9WC9EyF08C&q=9780684138565&dq=9780684138565&ei=F4GxSbisHpDMlQSW3Z36BQ&pgis=1 Google books]. | ||
*'' | *''Webster's Guide to American History: A Chronological, Geographical, and Biographical Survey and Compendium'' <ref>'' Webster's Guide to American History: A Chronological, Geographical, and Biographical Survey and Compendium''. Springfield, Mass.: G&C Merriam, 1971. ([http://www.familysearch.org/eng/library/fhlcatalog/supermainframeset.asp?display=titlehitlist&columns=*%2C0%2C0&title=Webster%27s+Guide+to+American+History%3A+A+Chronological%2C+Geographical%2C+and+Biographical+Survey+and+Compendium&pretitle=Webster%27s+Guide+to+American+History%3A+A+Chronological%2C+Geographical%2C+and+Biographical+Survey+and+Compendium FHL book 973 H2v]) </ref> <ref> Limited view at [http://books.google.com/books?id=MVU6DS6Re8gC&printsec=frontcover&dq=Webster%27s+Guide+to+American+History:+A+Chronological,+Geographical,+and+Biographical+Survey+and+Compendium%27&ei=Vn-xSeS6FJDUlQSby81v#PPP13,M1 Google Books] </ref> <ref> [http://www.worldcat.org/search?q=Webster%27s+Guide+to+American+History&qt=owc_search Worldcat] </ref> This includes a history, some maps, tables, and other historical information. | ||
*'' | *''Writings on American History'' <ref>''Writings on American History'' By American Historical Association, Library of Congress, United States National Historical Publications Commission, Published by KTO Press, 1921 [http://www.familysearch.org/eng/library/fhlcatalog/supermainframeset.asp?display=titledetails&titleno=244514&disp=Writings+on+American+history%20%20&columns=*,0,0 FHL book 973 H23w] </ref> <ref> [http://www.worldcat.org/search?q=Writings+on+American+History&qt=owc_search Worldcat] </ref> Has the full text available at [http://books.google.com/books?id=mgEPAAAAYAAJ&dq=United+States+Local+Histories+in+the+Library+of+Congress&ei=N3yxSd6pI4K0kATC-qRu Google Books] | ||
<br> To find more books and articles about Florida 's history use the Internet [http://www.google.com/ Google] search for phases like "Florida history." [[Family History Library Catalog Surname Search|Family History Library Catalog Surname Search]] lists many more histories under topics like: | |||
::FLORIDA - HISTORY | |||
::FLORIDA. [COUNTY] - HISTORY | |||
::FLORIDA - HISTORY | |||
::FLORIDA. [COUNTY] - HISTORY | |||
::FLORIDA, [COUNTY], [TOWN] - HISTORY | ::FLORIDA, [COUNTY], [TOWN] - HISTORY | ||
::FLORIDA, BIBLIOGRAPHY | ::FLORIDA, BIBLIOGRAPHY | ||
== Web Sites == | == Web Sites == | ||
*[http://floridahistory.org/flawest.htm | |||
*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_Florida History of Florida - Wikipedia] | *[http://floridahistory.org/flawest.htm Florida west coast], an illustrated guide. | ||
*[http://floridahistory.org/museums.htm Museums And Historic Sites In Florida] | *[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_Florida History of Florida - Wikipedia] | ||
*[http://www.museumoffloridahistory.com/ Museum of Florida's History] | *[http://floridahistory.org/museums.htm Museums And Historic Sites In Florida] | ||
*[http://www.museumoffloridahistory.com/ Museum of Florida's History] | |||
*[http://floridahistory.org/floridians.htm Social History of Florida] | *[http://floridahistory.org/floridians.htm Social History of Florida] | ||
==Sources== | == Sources == | ||
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[[Category:Florida]] | [[Category:Florida]] | ||
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