Explore the hidden routes that shaped a nation and how ancient trails still influence today’s roads.
This nonfiction book examines the Portage Path and the great Indian highways that connected the Great Lakes to the Gulf. It presents a history of the region’s trails as a living network, tracing how they became a boundary, a neutral highway, and a guide for later settlers and travelers. The narrative foregrounds the people, places, and events that gave this path its enduring importance.
- See how long-standing trails influenced modern roadways and regional development.
- Learn about key sites, rivers, and crossroads that defined the Gulf-to-Great Lakes route.
- Understand the shifting boundaries and treaties that affected Indigenous nations and early settlers.
- Discover the broader history of Northern Ohio through the lens of a single, pivotal route.
Ideal for readers of regional history and anyone curious about how ancient travel routes shape today’s landscapes.