The early history of Northern Illinois

The early history of Northern Illinois

by Charles Knapp Carpenter

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Section A is a brief sketch of the history of this territory from the beginning of Time to the admission of Illinois to statehood in the year 1818. This is meant to be the panoramic background against which the more important part of this book is thrown into relief. Section B is the more detailed and valuable part of this writing, the settling of Northern Illinois by the white men. The focal points are: The Kellogg Trail, Crane's Grove, and Abe Lincoln.

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    How does Charles Knapp Carpenter’s panoramic opening sketch of Northern Illinois before 1818 influence your perspective on the land before white settlement?

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    If you were to write a brief historical sketch of the region where you currently live, what geologic or indigenous "beginnings" would you feel compelled to include?

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    Carpenter places significant narrative weight on historical routes like the Kellogg Trail; how do physical roads and trails shape the destiny and culture of a region?

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