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The History and Archaeology of Fort Ouiatenon

Author : Misty M. Jackson

Publisher : Purdue University Press

Page : 342 pages

File Size : 14,13 MB

Release : 2024-01-15

Category : History

ISBN : 1612498787

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Book Description

The French fur trade post of Fort Ouiatenon was founded more than 300 years ago on the Wabash River in what is now Tippecanoe County, Indiana. The History and Archaeology of Fort Ouiatenon is a multidisciplinary exploration of the fort, from its founding in 1717, through its historical significance over the years, and up to its present-day use. Covering a variety of historical, archaeological, Indigenous, and living history perspectives on Fort Ouiatenon, as well as the fur trade and New France, this collection is the first volume dedicated to this important site. The volume is written with a wide audience in mind, ranging from academics to historical reenactors, Indigenous communities, and those interested in local history.



National Union Catalog

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Publisher :

Page : 1032 pages

File Size : 30,50 MB

Release : 1983

Category : Union catalogs

ISBN :

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Book Description

Includes entries for maps and atlases.



Outpost in the Wilderness: Fort Wayne, 1706-1828

Author : Charles R. Poinsatte

Publisher : Good Press

Page : 181 pages

File Size : 36,66 MB

Release : 2023-11-02

Category : History

ISBN :

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In 'Outpost in the Wilderness: Fort Wayne, 1706-1828' by Charles R. Poinsatte, readers are taken on a historical journey through the early days of Fort Wayne, exploring the challenges, triumphs, and conflicts faced by settlers in the region. Poinsatte's thorough research and meticulous attention to detail bring the frontier town to life, painting a vivid picture of a community on the edge of civilization. The book is written in a combination of narrative and analytical style, making it accessible to both history enthusiasts and scholars alike. Poinsatte's exploration of the socio-political landscape of the time provides valuable insights into the development of frontier communities in early America. The author's engaging writing style and dedication to preserving the history of Fort Wayne make this book a must-read for anyone interested in the early history of the American Midwest.



Who's Your Hoosier Ancestor?

Author : Mona Robinson

Publisher : Indiana University Press

Page : 236 pages

File Size : 44,80 MB

Release : 1992-08-22

Category : History

ISBN : 9780253207319

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Book Description

Who's Your Hoosier Ancestor is written by a Hoosier genealogist for Hoosiers and for the descendants of anyone who ever lived in Indiana. Mona Robinson provides methods for locating elusive ancestors, describing what records are available to the Indiana researcher, where they can be found, and how to use them most effectively. Robinson details the many usual and unusual sources that can be employed in genealogical searches—histories, atlases, directories, maps, and sources found in the home. She offers helpful hints and clues, explains the value of each type of record and the problems associated with using it. Valid sources, documentation, primary and secondary sources, and the many avenues of research are all detailed in this book, written especially for Hoosier ancestor hunters.



Genealogist's Address Book. 6th Edition

Author : Elizabeth Petty Bentley

Publisher : Genealogical Publishing Com

Page : 816 pages

File Size : 23,65 MB

Release : 2009-02

Category : Reference

ISBN : 9780806317960

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Book Description

This book is the answer to the perennial question, "What's out there in the world of genealogy?" What organizations, institutions, special resources, and websites can help me? Where do I write or phone or send e-mail? Once again, Elizabeth Bentley's Address Book answers these questions and more. Now in its 6th edition, The Genealogist's Address Book gives you access to all the key sources of genealogical information, providing names, addresses, phone numbers, fax numbers, e-mail addresses, websites, names of contact persons, and other pertinent information for more than 27,000 organizations, including libraries, archives, societies, government agencies, vital records offices, professional bodies, publications, research centers, and special interest groups.





Indiana Historical Society Publications

Author : Indiana Historical Society

Publisher :

Page : 352 pages

File Size : 48,49 MB

Release : 1971

Category : Fort Wayne (Ind.)

ISBN :

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Book Description

Vol. 1, t.-p. dated 1897, includes the Society's proceedings and all papers and publications from its organization in 1830 to 1886. Each succeeding volume made up from papers originally issued separately. Vol. 6, no. 4 contains minutes of the society, 1886-1918.



Directory of Historical Organizations in the United States and Canada

Author : American Association for State and Local History

Publisher : Rowman Altamira

Page : 1366 pages

File Size : 23,65 MB

Release : 2002

Category : History

ISBN : 9780759100022

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Book Description

This multi-functional reference is a useful tool to find information about history-related organizations and programs and to contact those working in history across the country.