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''[[United States|United States]] > [[Indiana]] > Indiana History'' | ''[[United States|United States]] > [[Indiana]] > Indiana History'' | ||
== Brief History == | == Brief History == | ||
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*'''1700–1735:''' The French established three outposts along the Wabash-Maumee trade route: one at the present site of Fort Wayne, one near present-day Lafayette, and the largest and most important at Vincennes. | *'''1700–1735:''' The French established three outposts along the Wabash-Maumee trade route: one at the present site of Fort Wayne, one near present-day Lafayette, and the largest and most important at Vincennes. | ||
*'''1732:''' French troops under Franocis de Vincennes built fort on site of Vincennes, first permanent white settlement in present state of Indiana. | *'''1732:''' French troops under Franocis de Vincennes built fort on site of Vincennes, first permanent white settlement in present state of Indiana. | ||
*'''1763:''' The British took possession of the area and discouraged settlers, but the few hundred Frenchmen who were already there were permitted to remain, and Americans began filtering in. | *'''1763:''' The British took possession of the area and discouraged settlers, but the few hundred Frenchmen who were already there were permitted to remain, and Americans began filtering in. | ||
*'''1783:''' Indiana is included in territory ceded by Britain to United States. | *'''1783:''' Indiana is included in territory ceded by Britain to United States. | ||
*'''1784:''' Clarksville, Indiana (on the north bank of the Ohio River, opposite Louisville, Kentucky), became the first authorized American settlement in Indiana. | *'''1784:''' Clarksville, Indiana (on the north bank of the Ohio River, opposite Louisville, Kentucky), became the first authorized American settlement in Indiana. | ||
*'''1787:''' The United States government established the Northwest Territory to open the land to Revolutionary War veterans and other settlers. See the information at the end of this section for The Territorial Papers of the United States. | *'''1787:''' The United States government established the Northwest Territory to open the land to Revolutionary War veterans and other settlers. See the information at the end of this section for The Territorial Papers of the United States. | ||
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*'''1795:''' Treaty to Greenville, Little turtle ceded land | *'''1795:''' Treaty to Greenville, Little turtle ceded land | ||
*'''1799-1806:''' Moravian Indian Mission on White river | *'''1799-1806:''' Moravian Indian Mission on White river | ||
*'''1800–1809:''' The Indiana Territory was established in 1800. Territorial government began July 4th, the capital was Vincennes. | *'''1800–1809:''' The Indiana Territory was established in 1800. Territorial government began July 4th, the capital was Vincennes. | ||
*'''1805:''' The Michigan Territory was detached | *'''1805:''' The Michigan Territory was detached | ||
*'''1809:''' The Illinois Territory was set off. | *'''1809:''' The Illinois Territory was set off. | ||
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*'''1847:''' Miami Indians removed to Kansas | *'''1847:''' Miami Indians removed to Kansas | ||
*'''1840s–1910s:''' Germans, Irish, Scandinavians, Mennonites, and Poles came to rural Indiana for good, inexpensive farmland. | *'''1840s–1910s:''' Germans, Irish, Scandinavians, Mennonites, and Poles came to rural Indiana for good, inexpensive farmland. | ||
*'''1853:''' Settlers from Holland settled in New Paris (now Goshen), Elkhart County. | *'''1853:''' Settlers from Holland settled in New Paris (now Goshen), Elkhart County. | ||
*'''1861–1865:''' Indiana remained loyal to the Union during the Civil War and contributed about 224,000 federal troops, although the southern heritage of some communities caused trouble. Former slaves coming north began to settle in Indiana. | *'''1861–1865:''' Indiana remained loyal to the Union during the Civil War and contributed about 224,000 federal troops, although the southern heritage of some communities caused trouble. Former slaves coming north began to settle in Indiana. | ||
*'''1867:''' Indians removed of Oklahoma | *'''1867:''' Indians removed of Oklahoma | ||
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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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== Boundary Changes == | == Boundary Changes == | ||
'''Indiana's "Gore"''' | '''Indiana's "Gore"''' | ||
When the Northwest Territory was divided, and shortly before Ohio was declared a state in 1803, the Indiana Territory was formed. The year was 1800. The western boundary of Ohio had been determined by the Greenville Treaty Line of 1795. In 1803 a wedge, or pie shaped, piece of land on the Ohio/Indiana border was ceded to the Indiana Territory. It was nicknamed "The Gore," and became Dearborn County Records for this area were held at the county seat, Lawrenceburg. | |||
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Ultimately Dearborn County was itself divided and portions of it, from 1811-1814, formed Franklin, Wayne, and Switzerland Counties. Today this area also includes parts of Ohio, Randolph, Dearborn, and Union Counties, as well. The earliest records of Dearborn County were destroyed by fire in 1826. | |||
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Thus, an early settler, without moving a foot from his original homestead, may have lived in the Northwest Territory, Ohio, the Indiana Territory, and the State of Indiana, and always called "The Gore" his home. | Thus, an early settler, without moving a foot from his original homestead, may have lived in the Northwest Territory, Ohio, the Indiana Territory, and the State of Indiana, and always called "The Gore" his home. | ||
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== 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> | ||
=== County History Indexes by the Work Projects Administration === | === County History Indexes by the Work Projects Administration === | ||
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::INDIANA, [COUNTY]- HISTORY- INDEXES | ::INDIANA, [COUNTY]- HISTORY- INDEXES | ||
==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 lauditory, 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 Indiana are: | |||
*''A History of Indiana: From Its Earliest Exploration by Europeans to the Close of the Territorial Government, in 1816.'' <ref> Dillon, John B. ''A History of Indiana: From Its Earliest Exploration by Europeans to the Close of the Territorial Government, in 1816. ''(Family History Library book [http://www.familysearch.org/eng/library/fhlcatalog/supermainframeset.asp?display=titledetails&titleno=159538&disp=A+History+of+Indiana%20%20&columns=*,0,0 977.2 H2dj] fiche [http://www.familysearch.org/eng/library/fhlcatalog/supermainframeset.asp?display=titlefilmnotes&columns=*%2C0%2C0&titleno=159538&disp=A+History+of+Indiana++ 6051127]. </ref> | *''A History of Indiana from Its Exploration to 1922.'' <ref>Esarey, Logan. ''A History of Indiana from Its Exploration to 1922.'' Three volumes. Dayton, Ohio: Dayton Historical Society, 1923. (Family History Library book [http://www.familysearch.org/eng/library/fhlcatalog/supermainframeset.asp?display=titledetails&titleno=261082&disp=A+history+of+Indiana+from+its+exploratio%20%20&columns=*,0,0 977.289 H2e]) </ref>Each volume is indexed and contains information on the early development of Indiana. Volume three is a history of St. Joseph County. | ||
*''A History of Indiana: From Its Earliest Exploration by Europeans to the Close of the Territorial Government, in 1816.'' <ref>Dillon, John B. ''A History of Indiana: From Its Earliest Exploration by Europeans to the Close of the Territorial Government, in 1816.&nbsp;''(Family History Library&nbsp;book&nbsp; [http://www.familysearch.org/eng/library/fhlcatalog/supermainframeset.asp?display=titledetails&titleno=159538&disp=A+History+of+Indiana%20%20&columns=*,0,0 977.2 H2dj]&nbsp; fiche [http://www.familysearch.org/eng/library/fhlcatalog/supermainframeset.asp?display=titlefilmnotes&columns=*%2C0%2C0&titleno=159538&disp=A+History+of+Indiana++ 6051127]. </ref> | |||
'''For Indiana records concerning the years 1787 to 1816, see:''' | '''For Indiana records concerning the years 1787 to 1816, see:''' | ||
*''The Territorial Papers of the United States'' <ref> United States. Department of State. ''The Territorial Papers of the United States''. 26 volumes. National Archives Microfilm Publications, M0721. Washington, DC: Government Printing Office, 1934–1962. (Family History Library book [http://www.familysearch.org/eng/library/fhlcatalog/supermainframeset.asp?display=titlehitlist&columns=*%2C0%2C0&callno=973+N2udt 973 N2udt]; films 929377–931). </ref> Volumes two and three are on film <ref> [http://www.familysearch.org/eng/library/fhlcatalog/supermainframeset.asp?display=titlefilmnotes&columns=*%2C0%2C0&titleno=42234&disp=The+territorial+papers+of+the+United+Sta++ 929377] </ref> and contain information about persons who resided in the area that now includes Indiana from 1787 to 1803. Each volume contains a name and subject index. | *''The Territorial Papers of the United States'' <ref>United States. Department of State. ''The Territorial Papers of the United States''. 26 volumes. National Archives Microfilm Publications, M0721. Washington, DC: Government Printing Office, 1934–1962. (Family History Library book [http://www.familysearch.org/eng/library/fhlcatalog/supermainframeset.asp?display=titlehitlist&columns=*%2C0%2C0&callno=973+N2udt 973 N2udt]; films 929377–931). </ref>Volumes two and three are on film <ref>[http://www.familysearch.org/eng/library/fhlcatalog/supermainframeset.asp?display=titlefilmnotes&columns=*%2C0%2C0&titleno=42234&disp=The+territorial+papers+of+the+United+Sta++ 929377] </ref>and contain information about persons who resided in the area that now includes Indiana from 1787 to 1803. Each volume contains a name and subject index. | ||
*''The Territorial Papers of the United States'' volumes seven and eight <ref> ''The Territorial Papers of the United States'' on film [http://www.familysearch.org/eng/library/fhlcatalog/supermainframeset.asp?display=titledetails&titleno=42234&disp=The+territorial+papers+of+the+United+Sta%20%20&columns=*,0,0 FHL | *''The Territorial Papers of the United States'' volumes seven and eight <ref>''The Territorial Papers of the United States'' on film [http://www.familysearch.org/eng/library/fhlcatalog/supermainframeset.asp?display=titledetails&titleno=42234&disp=The+territorial+papers+of+the+United+Sta%20%20&columns=*,0,0 FHL Film # 929380]</ref> contain The Territory of Indiana, for 1800 to 1810, and 1810 to 1816. Each volume has an every-name index and contains thousands of names of residents in what is now Indiana. There are lists of residents of particular counties who signed petitions to the government between 1805 and 1816, and information about persons associated with forts, land offices, Indian interpreters, express riders, and post offices. | ||
== Additional Sources For Historical Information == | == Additional Sources For Historical Information == | ||
Much historical information about early settlers in Indiana is found in the following collection: | Much historical information about early settlers in Indiana is found in the following collection: | ||
=== The Draper Manuscript Collection === | === The Draper Manuscript Collection === | ||
The Draper Manuscript Collection is a significant regional source that includes records of Illinois. | The Draper Manuscript Collection is a significant regional source that includes records of Illinois. | ||
*''[http://frontierfolk.org/draper.htm Draper Manuscript Collection]''<ref> Draper, Lyman Copeland. ''[http://frontierfolk.org/draper.htm Draper Manuscript Collection]'' | *''[http://frontierfolk.org/draper.htm Draper Manuscript Collection]''<ref> Draper, Lyman Copeland. ''[http://frontierfolk.org/draper.htm Draper Manuscript Collection]'' Chicago, Illinois: University of Chicago Library, 197–?. (On 147 Family History Library films beginning with [http://www.familysearch.org/eng/library/fhlcatalog/supermainframeset.asp?display=titledetails&titleno=218462&disp=Draper+manuscript+collection%20%20&columns=*,0,0 889098].)</ref> The collection consists of nearly 500 volumes of manuscripts, papers, and books collected by Lyman Copeland Draper about the history of the trans-Allegheny West, a region including the western areas of the Carolinas and Virginia, all the Ohio River Valley, and part of the upper Mississippi Valley from the 1740s to 1830. The collection is divided into 50 series. Some series are titled by geographic area, some by the names of prominent frontier leaders, and some by topic. The bulk of the collection consists of notes from interviews, questionnaires, and letters gathered during Draper’s extensive travels and research to learn about frontier history. Personal papers are much more rare than government or military records. | ||
The collection includes many items of a genealogical or biographical nature. For an inventory and partial indexes, see: | The collection includes many items of a genealogical or biographical nature. For an inventory and partial indexes, see: | ||
*''Guide to the Draper Manuscripts'' <ref> Harper, Josephine L. ''Guide to the Draper Manuscripts''. Madison, Wisconsin: State Historical Society of Wisconsin, 1983. (Family History Library book [http://www.familysearch.org/eng/library/fhlcatalog/supermainframeset.asp?display=titlehitlist&columns=*%2C0%2C0&callno=977.583%2FM1+A3h 977.583/M1 A3h].) </ref> This guide gives series and volume descriptions for some of the Draper manuscripts. There are several indexes at the end of the book, including a name and subject index, an additional personal data index, and a list of references to Indiana. | *''Guide to the Draper Manuscripts'' <ref>Harper, Josephine L. ''Guide to the Draper Manuscripts''. Madison, Wisconsin: State Historical Society of Wisconsin, 1983. (Family History Library book [http://www.familysearch.org/eng/library/fhlcatalog/supermainframeset.asp?display=titlehitlist&columns=*%2C0%2C0&callno=977.583%2FM1+A3h 977.583/M1 A3h].) </ref>This guide gives series and volume descriptions for some of the Draper manuscripts. There are several indexes at the end of the book, including a name and subject index, an additional personal data index, and a list of references to Indiana. | ||
*''Index to Lyman C. Draper Manuscripts.'' <ref> Wolfe, Barbara Schull. ''Index to Lyman C. Draper Manuscripts.'' Logansport, Indiana: B.S. Wolfe, 197–?. (Family History Library book [http://www.familysearch.org/eng/library/fhlcatalog/supermainframeset.asp?display=titlehitlist&columns=*%2C0%2C0&callno=977.583%2FM1+A3w 977.583/M1 A3w].) </ref> The name index gives the series and volume numbers, but is not complete. | *''Index to Lyman C. Draper Manuscripts.'' <ref>Wolfe, Barbara Schull. ''Index to Lyman C. Draper Manuscripts.'' Logansport, Indiana: B.S. Wolfe, 197–?. (Family History Library book [http://www.familysearch.org/eng/library/fhlcatalog/supermainframeset.asp?display=titlehitlist&columns=*%2C0%2C0&callno=977.583%2FM1+A3w 977.583/M1 A3w].) </ref>The name index gives the series and volume numbers, but is not complete. | ||
==United States History== | == 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. ([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. | *''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] | ||
To find more books and articles about Indiana 's history use the Internet [http://www.google.com/ Google] search for phases like "Indiana history." [[Family History Library Catalog Surname Search|Family History Library Catalog Surname Search]] lists many more histories under topics like: | |||
::INDIANA - HISTORY | |||
::INDIANA. [COUNTY] - HISTORY | |||
::INDIANA - HISTORY | |||
::INDIANA. [COUNTY] - HISTORY | |||
::INDIANA, [COUNTY], [TOWN] - HISTORY | ::INDIANA, [COUNTY], [TOWN] - HISTORY | ||
::INDIANA, BIBLIOGRAPHY | ::INDIANA, BIBLIOGRAPHY | ||
==Websites== | |||
*[http://www.rootsweb.com/~usgenweb/special/draper/ Draper Manuscripts] | == Websites == | ||
*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Indiana History of Indiana -Wikipedia] | |||
*[http://www.countyhistory.com/ Indiana's Counties] | *[http://www.rootsweb.com/~usgenweb/special/draper/ Draper Manuscripts] | ||
*[http://www.indianahistory.org/ Indiana Historical Society] | *[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Indiana History of Indiana -Wikipedia] | ||
*[http://www.indianahistory.org/pop_hist/index.html Indiana's History] | *[http://www.countyhistory.com/ Indiana's Counties] | ||
*[http://www.indianahistory.org/ Indiana Historical Society] | |||
*[http://www.indianahistory.org/pop_hist/index.html Indiana's History] | |||
*[http://www.centerforhistory.org/indiana_history_maincontents.html Northern Indiana Center for History] | *[http://www.centerforhistory.org/indiana_history_maincontents.html Northern Indiana Center for History] | ||
==Sources== | == Sources == | ||
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