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The following important events in the history of Delaware affected political jurisdictions, family movements, and record keeping.
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'''1638: ''' Swedes began settling in the Delaware area.
== Online Resources ==
*[http://www.learnwebskills.com/family/countyhistories1.htm#de County and Town Histories], includes biographies


'''1655'''<nowiki>:&amp;nbsp; The area was conquered by the Dutch.&amp;nbsp;</nowiki>
=== Timeline  ===


'''1664'''<nowiki>:&amp;nbsp; Delaware became a British colony.&amp;nbsp;</nowiki>
The following important events in the history of [[Delaware Genealogy|Delaware]] affected political jurisdictions, family movements, and record keeping.  


'''1682-1776:&nbsp;''' Pennsylvania's governor controlled much of Delaware, although Delaware had its own provincial assembly after 1703.
*'''1627:''' First settlement by the Swedes.
*'''1631:''' [[New Netherland|New Netherland]] Dutch build fort at Zwaanendael (Lewes, Sussex, Delaware).
*'''1638:''' [[New Sweden|New Sweden]] Swedes and Finns begins settling in the Fort Christina (Wilmington, New Castle, Delaware) area.
*'''1651:''' The Dutch build a fort near Newcastle.
*'''1655:''' [[New Sweden|New Sweden]] was conquered by [[New Netherland|New Netherland]].
*'''1664:''' [[New Netherland|New Netherland]] including Delaware became a British colony as part of an Anglo-Dutch war.
*'''1682-1776:''' [[Pennsylvania Genealogy|Pennsylvania]]'s governor assumes control of Delaware over the objections of [[Maryland Genealogy|Maryland]]'s claims as far north as Philadelphia. Delaware had its own provincial assembly after 1703.
*'''1684-1736:''' The colonial government of Maryland laid claim to southern and western Delaware.
*'''1694:''' The Government is restored to William Penn.
*'''1701:''' Delaware is formally separated from Pennsylvania.
*'''1703:''' First separate assembly convened. The same governor with Pennsylvania.
*'''1710:''' Settlers from Scotland to Appoquinimy, Kent County, known as Drawyer's Settlement.
*'''1758:''' Men are raised for an expdition to Canada in the French and Indian War.
*'''1775:''' Richard Penn resigns his jurisdiction. A constitution formed by the people.
*'''1776:''' Delaware declared its independence from Britain and established a government separate from that of Pennsylvania.
*'''7 December 1787:''' Delaware became the first state.
*'''1861-1865:''' During the Civil War, Delaware was a Union state.


'''1684-1736:&nbsp;''' The colonial government of Maryland laid claim to southern and western Delaware.
=== Local Histories  ===


'''1776:&nbsp;''' Delaware declared its independence from Britain and established a government separate from that of Pennsylvania.
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 [https://www.familysearch.org/en/library/ FamilySearch Library], public and university libraries, and state and local historical societies.<br>


'''1787:&nbsp;''' (December 7,) Delaware became the first state.
*''A Bibliography of American County Histories'' <ref>Filby, P. William. ''A Bibliography of American County Histories''. Baltimore: Genealogical Publishing, 1985. ({{FSC|A Bibliography of American County Histories|title|disp=FS Catalog 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. ({{FSC|252458|title-id|disp=FS Catalog 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>&gt;


'''1861-1865:&nbsp;''' During the Civil War, Delaware was a Union state.
=== State Histories Useful to Genealogists  ===


One of the best sources for studying Delaware 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 laudatory, 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 Delaware history is:  


Scharf, John Thomas. ''History of Delaware, 1609-1888''. Two volumes. Tucson, Arizona: W. C. Cox, 1974. (FHL film 1000154.) An excellent, detailed history with names, dates, and places.
*''History of Delaware, 1609-1888''. <ref>Scharf, John Thomas. ''History of Delaware, 1609-1888''. Two volumes. Tucson, Arizona: W. C. Cox, 1974. (FamilySearch Library {{FSC|219567|title-id|disp=film 1000154}}.) </ref>An excellent, detailed history with names, dates, and places.


Scharf's book is indexed in:
Scharf's book is indexed in: ''Index to History of Delaware, 1609-1888'' <ref>Coghlan, Gladys M. ''Index to History of Delaware, 1609-1888''. Wilmington, Delaware: Historical Society of Delaware, 1976. (FamilySearch Library {{FSC|219575|title-id|disp=book 975.1 H2s index; fiche 6088424-26}}.) </ref>


Coghlan, Gladys M. ''Index to History of Delaware, 1609-1888''. Wilmington, Delaware: Historical Society of Delaware, 1976. (FHL book 975.1 H2s index; fiche 6088424-26.)
=== United States History ===


Other important histories, many including biographical sketches and name indexes, can be found in the Place Search of the Family History Library Catalog under:
The following are only a few of the many sources that are available:  


DELAWARE - HISTORY
*''The Almanac of American History'', <ref>Schlesinger, Jr., Arthur M. ''The Almanac of American History.'' Greenwich, Conn.: Bison Books, 1983. ({{FSC|The Almanac of American History.|title|disp=FS Catalog 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.


DELAWARE, [COUNTY] - HISTORY
*''Dictionary of American History, Revised ed'' <ref>'' Dictionary of American History, Revised ed., 8 vols''. New York: Charles Scribner's Sons, 1976. ({{FSC|76529|title-id|disp=FS Catalog 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].


'''Websites'''
*''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. ({{FSC|Webster%27s Guide to American History%3A A Chronological%2C Geographical%2C and Biographical Survey and Compendium|title|disp=FS Catalog book 973 H2v}}) </ref><ref>Limited view at [http://books.google.com/books?id=MVU6DS6Re8gC&amp; printsec=frontcover dq=Webster%27s+Guide+to+American+History:+A+Chronological,+Geographical,+and+Biographical+Survey+and+Compendium%27ei=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.


http://portal.delaware.gov/facts/history/delhist.shtml
*''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 {{FSC|244514|title-id|disp=FS Catalog book 973 H23w}} </ref><ref>[http://www.worldcat.org/search?q=Writings+on+American+Historyqt=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]


http://www.hsd.org/
To find more books and articles about Delaware 's history use the Internet [http://www.google.com/ Google] search for phases like "Delaware history." [[FamilySearch Catalog Surname Search|FamilySearch Catalog Surname Search]] lists many more histories under topics like:
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::DELAWARE. [COUNTY] - HISTORY
::DELAWARE, [COUNTY], [TOWN] - HISTORY
::DELAWARE, BIBLIOGRAPHY
 
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=== Websites  ===
 
*[https://delaware.gov/topics/ State of Delaware]
*[http://www.hsd.org/ Delaware Historical Society]
*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_Delaware Wikipedia]
 
=== Sources  ===
 
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Timeline

The following important events in the history of Delaware affected political jurisdictions, family movements, and record keeping.

  • 1627: First settlement by the Swedes.
  • 1631: New Netherland Dutch build fort at Zwaanendael (Lewes, Sussex, Delaware).
  • 1638: New Sweden Swedes and Finns begins settling in the Fort Christina (Wilmington, New Castle, Delaware) area.
  • 1651: The Dutch build a fort near Newcastle.
  • 1655: New Sweden was conquered by New Netherland.
  • 1664: New Netherland including Delaware became a British colony as part of an Anglo-Dutch war.
  • 1682-1776: Pennsylvania's governor assumes control of Delaware over the objections of Maryland's claims as far north as Philadelphia. Delaware had its own provincial assembly after 1703.
  • 1684-1736: The colonial government of Maryland laid claim to southern and western Delaware.
  • 1694: The Government is restored to William Penn.
  • 1701: Delaware is formally separated from Pennsylvania.
  • 1703: First separate assembly convened. The same governor with Pennsylvania.
  • 1710: Settlers from Scotland to Appoquinimy, Kent County, known as Drawyer's Settlement.
  • 1758: Men are raised for an expdition to Canada in the French and Indian War.
  • 1775: Richard Penn resigns his jurisdiction. A constitution formed by the people.
  • 1776: Delaware declared its independence from Britain and established a government separate from that of Pennsylvania.
  • 7 December 1787: Delaware became the first state.
  • 1861-1865: During the Civil War, Delaware was a Union state.

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 FamilySearch Library, public and university libraries, and state and local historical societies.

  • A Bibliography of American County Histories [1] [2]
  • United States Local Histories in the Library of Congress [3][4]>

State Histories Useful to Genealogists

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 laudatory, 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 Delaware history is:

  • History of Delaware, 1609-1888. [5]An excellent, detailed history with names, dates, and places.

Scharf's book is indexed in: Index to History of Delaware, 1609-1888 [6]

United States History

The following are only a few of the many sources that are available:

  • The Almanac of American History, [7][8]This provides brief historical essays and chronological descriptions of thousands of key events in United States history.
  • Dictionary of American History, Revised ed [9] [10]This includes historical sketches on various topics in U.S. history, such as wars, people, laws, and organizations. A snippet view is available at Google books.
  • Webster's Guide to American History: A Chronological, Geographical, and Biographical Survey and Compendium [11][12][13]This includes a history, some maps, tables, and other historical information.

To find more books and articles about Delaware 's history use the Internet Google search for phases like "Delaware history." FamilySearch Catalog Surname Search lists many more histories under topics like:

DELAWARE - HISTORY
DELAWARE. [COUNTY] - HISTORY
DELAWARE, [COUNTY], [TOWN] - HISTORY
DELAWARE, BIBLIOGRAPHY


Websites

Sources

  1. ↑ Filby, P. William. A Bibliography of American County Histories. Baltimore: Genealogical Publishing, 1985. (FS Catalog book 973 H23bi)
  2. ↑ referer=brief_results Worldcat
  3. ↑ Kaminkow, Marion J. United States Local Histories in the Library of Congress. 5 vols. Baltimore: Magna Charta Book, 1975-76. (FS Catalog book 973 A3ka.)
  4. ↑ qt=results_page Worldcat
  5. ↑ Scharf, John Thomas. History of Delaware, 1609-1888. Two volumes. Tucson, Arizona: W. C. Cox, 1974. (FamilySearch Library film 1000154.)
  6. ↑ Coghlan, Gladys M. Index to History of Delaware, 1609-1888. Wilmington, Delaware: Historical Society of Delaware, 1976. (FamilySearch Library book 975.1 H2s index; fiche 6088424-26.)
  7. ↑ Schlesinger, Jr., Arthur M. The Almanac of American History. Greenwich, Conn.: Bison Books, 1983. (FS Catalog book 973 H2alm)
  8. ↑ referer=brief_results Worldcat
  9. ↑ Dictionary of American History, Revised ed., 8 vols. New York: Charles Scribner's Sons, 1976. (FS Catalog book 973 H2ad.)
  10. ↑ referer=brief_results Worldcat
  11. ↑ Webster's Guide to American History: A Chronological, Geographical, and Biographical Survey and Compendium. Springfield, Mass.: G C Merriam, 1971. (FS Catalog book 973 H2v)
  12. ↑ Limited view at printsec=frontcover dq=Webster%27s+Guide+to+American+History:+A+Chronological,+Geographical,+and+Biographical+Survey+and+Compendium%27ei=Vn-xSeS6FJDUlQSby81v#PPP13,M1 Google Books
  13. ↑ qt=owc_search Worldcat
  14. ↑ Writings on American History By American Historical Association, Library of Congress, United States National Historical Publications Commission, Published by KTO Press, 1921 FS Catalog book 973 H23w
  15. ↑ Worldcat
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