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''[[United States|United States]] | ''[[United States|United States]] [[Image:Gotoarrow.png]] [[Michigan]] [[Image:Gotoarrow.png]] [[Michigan History|History]]'' | ||
==Brief History== | |||
== Brief History == | |||
The following important events in the history of [[Michigan]] affected political jurisdictions, record keeping, and family movements. | The following important events in the history of [[Michigan]] affected political jurisdictions, record keeping, and family movements. | ||
*'''1668:''' Sault Ste. Marie, the oldest community in Michigan, was founded by the French. | *'''1668:''' Sault Ste. Marie, the oldest community in Michigan, was founded by the French. | ||
*'''1701:''' Detroit was founded. | *'''1701:''' Detroit was founded. | ||
*'''1763:''' The British took possession of the area but discouraged settlers. | *'''1763:''' The British took possession of the area but discouraged settlers. | ||
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*'''1842:''' Treaty; Indians surrendered all property rights in the state. | *'''1842:''' Treaty; Indians surrendered all property rights in the state. | ||
*'''1861–1865:''' 90,000 men served the Union in the Civil War. Of these, 14,000 died in the war. | *'''1861–1865:''' 90,000 men served the Union in the Civil War. Of these, 14,000 died in the war. | ||
*'''1898:''' | *'''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. | ||
*'''1917–1918:''' | *'''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:''' | *'''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:''' | *'''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:''' | *'''1950–1953:''' Over 5.7 million American men and women served in the [http://www.korean-war.com/ Korean War]. | ||
*'''1950's–1960's''' | *'''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:''' | *'''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. | ||
*''Sourcebook of Michigan Census, County Histories, and Vital Records'' <ref>Callard, Carole, ed. ''Sourcebook of Michigan Census, County Histories, and Vital Records''. Lansing, Michigan: Library of Michigan, 1986. | *''Sourcebook of Michigan Census, County Histories, and Vital Records'' <ref>Callard, Carole, ed. ''Sourcebook of Michigan Census, County Histories, and Vital Records''. Lansing, Michigan: Library of Michigan, 1986. {{FHL|616453|item|disp=FHL Book 977.4 A3sm; Fiche 6101261}}.) </ref> | ||
*''County Evolution in Michigan, 1790–1897'' <ref>Welch, Richard Warren. ''County Evolution in Michigan, 1790–1897''. Lansing, | *''County Evolution in Michigan, 1790–1897'' <ref>Welch, Richard Warren. ''County Evolution in Michigan, 1790–1897''. Lansing, Mich.: Department of Education, 1972. {{FHL|265866|item|disp=FHL Book 977.4 A1 no. 7; Film 896902 item 3}}. </ref> | ||
*''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&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. ({{FHL|A Bibliography of American County Histories|title|disp=FHL book 973 H23bi}})</ref> <ref>[http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/12356760&amp;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. | *''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|item|disp=FHL Book 973 A3ka}}. </ref><ref>[http://www.worldcat.org/search?q=United+States+Local+Histories+in+the+Library+of+Congress&amp;qt=results_page Worldcat] </ref> | ||
[http://quod.lib.umich.edu/m/micounty/ Michigan County Histories and Atlases] | [http://quod.lib.umich.edu/m/micounty/ Michigan County Histories and Atlases] | ||
==State Histories Useful to Genealogists== | == 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. Some examples for the State of Michigan: | |||
==United States History== | *''The Red Book of Michigan: A Civil, Military, and Biographical History''<ref> Lanman, Charles. ''The Red Book of Michigan: A Civil, Military, and Biographical History''. Detroit, Mich.: E. B. Smith, 1871. {{FHL|263416|item|disp=FHL Film 1425611 item 1}}.)</ref> | ||
== United States History == | |||
The following are only a few of the many sources that are available: | The following are only a few of the many sources that are available: | ||
*''The Almanac of American History'', <ref> Schlesinger, Jr., Arthur M. ''The Almanac of American History.'' Greenwich, Conn.: Bison Books, 1983. | *''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&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. {{FHL|76529|item|disp=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. {{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&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 {{FHL|244514|item|disp=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] | ||
To find more books and articles about Michigan 's history use the Internet [http://www.google.com/ Google] search for phases like "Michigan history." [[Family History Library Catalog Surname Search|Family History Library Catalog Surname Search]] lists many more histories under topics like: | |||
::MICHIGAN - HISTORY | |||
::MICHIGAN, [COUNTY] - HISTORY | |||
::MICHIGAN - HISTORY | |||
::MICHIGAN, [COUNTY] - HISTORY | |||
::MICHIGAN, [COUNTY], [TOWN] - HISTORY | ::MICHIGAN, [COUNTY], [TOWN] - HISTORY | ||
::MICHIGAN, BIBLIOGRAPHY | ::MICHIGAN, BIBLIOGRAPHY | ||
== Web Sites == | == Web Sites == | ||
*[http://quod.lib.umich.edu/m/micounty Michigan County Histories] and Atlases | |||
*[http://www.michiganhistorymagazine.com/ Michigan History Online] | *[http://quod.lib.umich.edu/m/micounty Michigan County Histories] and Atlases | ||
*[http://www.michiganhistorymagazine.com/ Michigan History Online] | |||
*[http://www.michigan.gov/hal/0,1739,7-160-15481_20826---,00.html Michigan History, Arts and Libraries] | *[http://www.michigan.gov/hal/0,1739,7-160-15481_20826---,00.html Michigan History, Arts and Libraries] | ||
==Sources== | |||
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[[Category:Michigan|History]] | [[Category:Michigan|History]] | ||