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== Timeline  ==
=== Online Resources ===


The following important events in the history of [[Nevada|Nevada]] affected political jurisdictions, family movements, and record keeping
*[http://search.ancestry.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=7924 Nevada History, 1881]($)
*[http://www.xphomestation.com/frm-riders.html Pony Express Riders]<br><br>


*'''1821:''' Mexico claimed the area after a successful revolt against Spain.
=== Timeline  ===
*'''1840's:''' Americans on the way to California traveled through the region. *'''1847-1848:''' Mexican War
*'''1848:''' Nevada was part of the area ceded by Mexico to the United States.
*'''1848:''' First settlement - Mormon trading post near Genoa
*'''1849:''' The first non-Indian settlement was made at Mormon Station (Genoa).
*'''1850:''' When Utah Territory was organized, almost all of present-day Nevada was included except the southern tip, which was then part of the New Mexico Territory.
*'''1859:''' The Comstock Lode of gold and silver was discovered at Virginia City, and many miners began coming from California.
*'''1859:''' Comstock Lode (Silver)
*'''1860:''' Pyramid Lake Indian Battle
*'''1860-1861:''' (April 3, - October 24,) [[Pony Express]]
*'''2 March 1861:''' Congress created Nevada Territory In 1862 the territory was
*'''1863''': Nevada became a state. In 1866 and 1867, more eastern land was gained from Utah Territory, and the southern tip was acquired from Arizona Territory.
*'''31 October 1864:''' Nevada became a state
*'''1880-1890:''' As the Comstock Lode declined, the states population fell from 62,000 to 47,000.
*'''1898:''' Over 300,000 men were involved in the [http://www.loc.gov/rr/hispanic/1898/ Spanish-American War] which was fought mainly in Cuba and the Philippines.
*'''1900''': The discovery of silver at Tonopah, soon followed by gold strikes at Goldfield and the discovery of copper at Ely, led to a new mining boom that lasted until after World War I.
*'''1917–1918:''' More than 26 million men from the United States ages 18 through 45 registered with the Selective Service. [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/World_War_I World War I] over 4.7 million American men and women served during the war.
*'''1930's:''' [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Great_Depression The Great Depression] closed many factories and mills. Many small farms were abandoned, and many families moved to cities.
*'''1940–1945:''' Over 50.6 million men ages 18 to 65 registered with the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Selective_Training_and_Service_Act_of_1940 Selective Service]. Over 16.3 million American men and women served in the armed forces during [http://www.worldwar-2.net/ World War II].
*'''1950–1953:''' Over 5.7 million American men and women served in the [http://www.korean-war.com/ Korean War].
*'''1950's–1960's''' The building of [http://www.fhwa.dot.gov/planning/nhs/ interstate highways] made it easier for people to move long distances.
*'''1964–1972:''' Over 8.7 million American men and women served in the [http://www.vietnamwar.com/ Vietnam War].


== Historical Content  ==
The following important events in the history of [[Nevada Genealogy|Nevada]] affected political jurisdictions, family movements, and record keeping
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| '''1821'''
| Mexico claimed the area after a successful revolt against Spain.
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| '''1840's'''
| Americans on the way to California traveled through the region.
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| '''1847-1848'''
| Mexican War
|-
| '''1848'''
| Nevada was part of the area ceded by Mexico to the United States.
|-
| '''1848'''
| First settlement - A Latter-day Saint trading post near Genoa.
|-
| '''1849'''
| The first non-Indian settlement was made at Mormon Station (Genoa).
|-
| '''1850'''
| When Utah Territory was organized, almost all of present-day Nevada was included except the southern tip, which was then part of the New Mexico Territory.
|-
| '''1859'''
| The Comstock Lode of gold and silver was discovered at Virginia City, and many miners began coming from California.
|-
| '''1859'''
| Comstock Lode (Silver)
|-
| '''1860'''
| Pyramid Lake Indian Battle
|-
| '''1860-1861'''
| April 3, - October 24 - [[Pony Express]]
|-
| '''1861'''
| March 2 - Congress created Nevada Territory
|-
| '''1864'''
| October 31 - Nevada became a state.
|-
| '''1866-1867'''
| Eastern land was gained from Utah Territory, and the southern tip was acquired from Arizona Territory.
|-
| '''1880-1890'''
| As the Comstock Lode declined, the states population fell from 62,000 to 47,000.
|-
| '''1898'''
| Over 300,000 men were involved in the [http://www.loc.gov/rr/hispanic/1898/ Spanish-American War] which was fought mainly in Cuba and the Philippines.
|-
| '''1900'''
| The discovery of silver at Tonopah, soon followed by gold strikes at Goldfield and the discovery of copper at Ely, led to a new mining boom that lasted until after World War I.
|-
| '''1917–1918'''
| More than 26 million men from the United States ages 18 through 45 registered with the Selective Service. [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/World_War_I World War I] over 4.7 million American men and women served during the war.
|-
| '''1930's'''
| [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Great_Depression The Great Depression] closed many factories and mills. Many small farms were abandoned, and many families moved to cities.
|-
| '''1940–1945'''
| Over 50.6 million men ages 18 to 65 registered with the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Selective_Training_and_Service_Act_of_1940 Selective Service]. Over 16.3 million American men and women served in the armed forces during [http://www.worldwar-2.net/ World War II].
|-
| '''1950–1953'''
| Over 5.7 million American men and women served in the [http://www.korean-war.com/ Korean War].
|-
| '''1950's–1960's'''
| The building of [http://www.fhwa.dot.gov/planning/nhs/ interstate highways] made it easier for people to move long distances.
|-
| '''1964–1972'''
| Over 8.7 million American men and women served in the [http://www.vietnamwar.com/ Vietnam War].
|}
 
=== 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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== 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. The United States Research "[[United States History|History]]" page cites nationwide bibliographies of local histories which include histories of Nevada.


*''A Bibliography of American County Histories'' <ref>Filby, P. William. ''A Bibliography of American County Histories''. Baltimore: Genealogical Publishing, 1985. ({{FHL|A Bibliography of American County Histories|title|disp=FHL book 973 H23bi}})</ref> <ref>[http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/12356760&amp;amp;amp;referer=brief_results Worldcat] </ref>
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. The "[[United States History|United States History]]" page cites nationwide bibliographies of local histories which include histories of Nevada. The following sources are helpful for identifying local histories:


*''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. ({{FHL|252458|title-id|disp=FHL book 973 A3ka}}.) </ref><ref>[http://www.worldcat.org/search?q=United+States+Local+Histories+in+the+Library+of+Congress&amp;amp;amp;qt=results_page Worldcat] </ref>
*Filby, P. William. ''A Bibliography of American County Histories''. Baltimore: Genealogical Publishing, 1985. {{FSC|299450|title|disp=FS Catalog book 973 H23bi}}. {{WorldCat|12356760|disp=At various libraries (WorldCat)}}.


== State Histories Useful to Genealogists  ==
*Kaminkow, Marion J. ''United States Local Histories in the Library of Congress: A Bibliography''. 5 vols. Baltimore: Magna Charta Book, 1975-76. {{FSC|252458|title-id|disp=FS Catalog book 973 A3ka}}. {{WorldCat|1365920|disp=At various libraries (WorldCat)}}.


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. Some examples for the State of Nevada:
=== State Histories Useful to Genealogists  ===


*''History of Nevada'' is an especially helpful source for studying the history of Nevada <ref>Russell R. Elliott, ''History of Nevada'', 1973, Reprint (Lincoln, Nebraska: University of Nebraska Press, 1984; Family History Library&amp;amp;amp;nbsp;{{FHL|481004|title-id|disp=book 979.3 H2e}}). </ref>
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. Some examples for the State of Nevada are:


== United States History ==
*Elliott, Russell R. ''History of Nevada'', Lincoln, Nebraska: University of Nebraska Press, 1987. {{FSC|622715|title-id|disp=book 979.3 H2eL}}.


The following are only a few of the many sources that are available:
=== United States History  ===


*''The Almanac of American History'', <ref>Schlesinger, Jr., Arthur M. ''The Almanac of American History.'' Greenwich, Conn.: Bison Books, 1983. ({{FHL|The Almanac of American History.|title|disp=FHL book 973 H2alm}}) </ref><ref>[http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/9392978&amp;amp;amp;amp;referer=brief_results Worldcat] </ref>This provides brief historical essays and chronological descriptions of thousands of key events in United States history.
The following are only a few of the many U.S. history sources that are available:  


*''Dictionary of American History, Revised ed'' <ref>'' Dictionary of American History, Revised ed., 8 vols''. New York: Charles Scribner's Sons, 1976. ({{FHL|76529|title-id|disp=FHL book 973 H2ad}}.)</ref> <ref>[http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/2507380&amp;amp;amp;amp;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].
*Schlesinger, Jr., Arthur M. ''The Almanac of American History.'' Greenwich, Conn.: Bison Books, 1983. {{FSC|531408|title|disp=FS Catalog book 973 H2alm}}. {{WorldCat|9392978|disp=At various libraries (WorldCat)}}. This provides brief historical essays and chronological descriptions of thousands of key events in United States history.


*''The Pony Express''<br>Pony Express riders carried the U.S. Mail on horseback. There were approximately 80 of them. There were support personnel as well that numbered over 400. The Pony Express Route Covered Parts of: California, Colorado, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, Utah and Wyoming. <br>[http://www.xphomestation.com/frm-riders.html Pony Express Riders Biographies]: <br>By Name Include Some Photos
*''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}}. {{WorldCat|2507380|disp=At various libraries (WorldCat)}}. 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&amp;amp;amp;amp;C Merriam, 1971. ({{FHL|Webster%27s Guide to American History%3A A Chronological%2C Geographical%2C and Biographical Survey and Compendium|title|disp=FHL book 973 H2v}}) </ref><ref>Limited view at [http://books.google.com/books?id=MVU6DS6Re8gC&amp;amp;amp;amp;printsec=frontcover&amp;amp;amp;amp;dq=Webster%27s+Guide+to+American+History:+A+Chronological,+Geographical,+and+Biographical+Survey+and+Compendium%27&amp;amp;amp;amp;ei=Vn-xSeS6FJDUlQSby81v#PPP13,M1 Google Books] </ref><ref>[http://www.worldcat.org/search?q=Webster%27s+Guide+to+American+History&amp;amp;amp;amp;qt=owc_search Worldcat] </ref>This includes a history, some maps, tables, and other historical information.
*''Webster's Guide to American History: A Chronological, Geographical, and Biographical Survey and Compendium''. Springfield, Mass.: G&amp;C Merriam, 1971. {{FSC|280192|title|disp=FS Catalog book 973 H2v}}. Limited view at [http://books.google.com/books?id=MVU6DS6Re8gC&printsec=frontcover&dq=Webster's+guide+to+American+history+:+a+chronological,+geographical+and+biographical+survey+and+compendium&hl=en#v=onepage&q=Webster's%20guide%20to%20American%20history%20%3A%20a%20chronological%2C%20geographical%20and%20biographical%20survey%20and%20compendium&f=false Google Books]. {{WorldCat|142893|disp=At various libraries (WorldCat)}}. 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 {{FHL|244514|title-id|disp=FHL book 973 H23w}} </ref><ref>[http://www.worldcat.org/search?q=Writings+on+American+History&amp;amp;amp;amp;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]
*''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}}. {{WorldCat|1770230|disp=At various libraries (WorldCat)}}. 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].


To find more books and articles about Nevada 's history use the Internet [http://www.google.com/ Google] search for phases like "Nevada history." [[Family History Library Catalog Surname Search|Family History Library Catalog Surname Search]] lists many more histories under topics like:  
To find more books and articles about Montana 's history try a [http://www.google.com/ Google] search. Search for phrases like "Nevada history." The [[FamilySearch Catalog|FamilySearch Catalog]] "Place-names" search lists many more histories under topics like:  


::NEVADA - HISTORY  
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::NEVADA, [COUNTY] - HISTORY  
{{Block indent|NEVADA, [COUNTY] - HISTORY |2}}
::NEVADA, [COUNTY], [TOWN] - HISTORY  
{{Block indent|NEVADA, [COUNTY], [TOWN] - HISTORY |2}}
::NEVADA, BIBLIOGRAPHY
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== Web Sites ==
== Websites ==


*[http://www.nevada-history.org/ Nevada History]  
*[http://www.nevada-history.org/ Nevada History]  
*[http://www.delamare.unr.edu/maps/digitalcollections/nvhistory/ Nevada History in Maps]  
*[http://www.delamare.unr.edu/maps/digitalcollections/nvhistory/ Nevada History in Maps]  
*[http://nevadaculture.org/nsla/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=660&Itemid=95 Nevada State Library and Archives]
*[http://nevadaculture.org/nsla/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=660&Itemid=95 Nevada State Library and Archives]  
*[http://www.xphomestation.com/frm-riders.html Pony Express Riders] The Pony Express Route Covered Parts of: California, Colorado, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, Utah and Wyoming.


'''A wiki article describing an online collection is found at:'''  
'''A wiki article describing an online collection is found at:'''<br>


[[Nevada, Marriage Index (FamilySearch Historical Records)|Nevada Marriage Index (FamilySearch Historical Records)]]  
[[Nevada, Marriage Index - FamilySearch Historical Records|Nevada, Marriage Index (FamilySearch Historical Records]])<br>


== Sources ==
=== References ===


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[[Category:Nevada|History]] [[Category:Timeline|Nevada]]
[[Category:Nevada, United States|History]][[Category:Timeline|Nevada]][[Category:United States History]]

Latest revision as of 23:19, 19 August 2025

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Online Resources[edit | edit source]

Timeline[edit | edit source]

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

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Dates Events
1821 Mexico claimed the area after a successful revolt against Spain.
1840's Americans on the way to California traveled through the region.
1847-1848 Mexican War
1848 Nevada was part of the area ceded by Mexico to the United States.
1848 First settlement - A Latter-day Saint trading post near Genoa.
1849 The first non-Indian settlement was made at Mormon Station (Genoa).
1850 When Utah Territory was organized, almost all of present-day Nevada was included except the southern tip, which was then part of the New Mexico Territory.
1859 The Comstock Lode of gold and silver was discovered at Virginia City, and many miners began coming from California.
1859 Comstock Lode (Silver)
1860 Pyramid Lake Indian Battle
1860-1861 April 3, - October 24 - Pony Express
1861 March 2 - Congress created Nevada Territory
1864 October 31 - Nevada became a state.
1866-1867 Eastern land was gained from Utah Territory, and the southern tip was acquired from Arizona Territory.
1880-1890 As the Comstock Lode declined, the states population fell from 62,000 to 47,000.
1898 Over 300,000 men were involved in the Spanish-American War which was fought mainly in Cuba and the Philippines.
1900 The discovery of silver at Tonopah, soon followed by gold strikes at Goldfield and the discovery of copper at Ely, led to a new mining boom that lasted until after World War I.
1917–1918 More than 26 million men from the United States ages 18 through 45 registered with the Selective Service. World War I over 4.7 million American men and women served during the war.
1930's The Great Depression closed many factories and mills. Many small farms were abandoned, and many families moved to cities.
1940–1945 Over 50.6 million men ages 18 to 65 registered with the Selective Service. Over 16.3 million American men and women served in the armed forces during World War II.
1950–1953 Over 5.7 million American men and women served in the Korean War.
1950's–1960's The building of interstate highways made it easier for people to move long distances.
1964–1972 Over 8.7 million American men and women served in the Vietnam War.

Historical Content[edit | edit source]

Histories are great sources of genealogical information. Many contain biographical information about individuals who lived in the area, including:

  • Parents' names
  • Maiden names of women
  • Place of birth, death, or marriage
  • Occupation
  • Migration
  • Military service
  • Descendants

Local Histories[edit | edit source]

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. The "United States History" page cites nationwide bibliographies of local histories which include histories of Nevada. The following sources are helpful for identifying local histories:

State Histories Useful to Genealogists[edit | edit source]

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. Some examples for the State of Nevada are:

  • Elliott, Russell R. History of Nevada, Lincoln, Nebraska: University of Nebraska Press, 1987. book 979.3 H2eL.

United States History[edit | edit source]

The following are only a few of the many U.S. history sources that are available:

To find more books and articles about Montana 's history try a Google search. Search for phrases like "Nevada history." The FamilySearch Catalog "Place-names" search lists many more histories under topics like:

NEVADA - HISTORY
NEVADA, [COUNTY] - HISTORY
NEVADA, [COUNTY], [TOWN] - HISTORY
NEVADA, BIBLIOGRAPHY

Websites[edit | edit source]

A wiki article describing an online collection is found at:

Nevada, Marriage Index (FamilySearch Historical Records)

References[edit | edit source]

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