Nevada History, 1881

This database contains a history of the state of Nevada, published in 1881. Topics covered in this work include state organization, the geology of the state, trappers, early settlers, mining and politics, agriculture, Indians, churches, and railroads. Historical works such as this contain valuable information that can be a great addition to your genealogical research. Although historical works will typically not mention your ancestors specifically, they do provide information on the time and place in which your ancestors lived, which in turn will help you place your ancestors in a historical context.