Wednesday, October 25, 2017
Atlas of Historical County Boundaries
The names and boundaries of counties can change over time, causing some confusion for genealogists. This database, provided by the Newberry Library of Chicago, is a good source for clarifying names and boundaries. It includes an interactive map, index, county chronologies, and commentary.
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