Picture of Elzeor De Mers and his family on "Montana, its story and biography; a history of aboriginal and territorial Montana and three decades of statehood, under the editorial supervision of Tom Stout "
Picture of Elzeor De Mers and his family on Montana, its story and biography; a history of aboriginal and territorial Montana and three decades of statehood, under the editorial supervision of Tom Stout, 1921.

The local and general history books from Montana provide genealogists with vivid accounts of life on the American frontier. These works often document homesteaders, miners, ranchers, and railroad workers, with county histories including biographies, land records, and town development stories. Montana’s rich Native American, fur trade, and gold rush heritage adds valuable historical context. Many books highlight the state’s transformation from wild frontier to settled communities, tracing migration from eastern states and Europe. For those with ancestors in the West, Montana’s historical literature brings personal stories to life amid sweeping landscapes and the spirit of exploration and resilience.


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