The Founding - Introduction to Madison, Indiana An Overview of the Ohio River Valley

The Founding [part 2 of 7]
The call of the west lured immigrants down the Ohio River to the frontier. Westward expansion, new land, and a new start enticed settlers from the east coast to land in Kentucky, Ohio, and Indiana. The people of Madison overcame obstacles of geography to create their home on the Ohio River bank.
This series of educational videos brings American history to life as it unfolded in the Ohio River Valley and the port city of Madison, Indiana. Designed to help teachers of American History improve student achievement, this series of videos brought together some of the best minds in the Mid-west. Informative interviews, stunning re-enactments, accurate primary sources, vivid videography, and animation help teachers explore history in their classroom.
Uploaded for educational purposes and historic preservation.

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The little town of Milton Ky was founded in 1789 right across the river.

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I believe there was settlement here prior to JP call Wakefield.

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1809 founged by John Paul

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Looking forward to visiting Madison in May. This is a GREAT vid, thanks!