The Family Tree Historical Maps CD
By Allison Dolan and the Editors of Family Tree Magazine
Format: CD
Dive into US history! This state-by-state collection of gorgeous vintage maps of the United States traces the nation's history through the 18th and 19th centuries, areas of focus for genealogy researchers. This CD provides links to an online version of each historical map, allowing you to zoom in further or print larger versions for research use.
More than just potential wall or desk art, these maps will help you identify where to look for your ancestors' genealogical records, helping you navigate shifting territorial boundaries and changing place names.
Who Should Get This CD
- You want to journey back in time to better understand the world your ancestor lived in
- You need help deciphering state- and county-border changes to help you find your ancestors' records
- You're a fan of historical maps and would like to have your own collection of them—plus know where to access them online
What's Inside
The Family Tree Historical Maps CD features:
Full-color historical maps of each of the 50 US states, displaying each state at key moments throughout its history
Letter-size PDFs that can easily be printed out and used in your research
Links to online, downloadable versions of each map, allowing you to zoom in for more detail and download map files for other research purposes
System Requirements
The Family Tree Historical Maps CD is compatible with both Windows and Mac operating systems. All the forms on the disc are PDF files viewable with the free Adobe Reader software.
CD Contents
The Family Tree Historical Maps CD contains maps for each of the fifty US states, organized by year. These maps capture key moments throughout state history from roughly 1800 to 1900.
Note: This CD contains portions of the book The Family Tree Historical Maps Book, which also contains historical maps of the United States (along with timelines for each state)
- ISBN: 9781440350023
