Transcontinental RR postage stampTHE THOMPSON FARMERS

The farmers life way as important as any at the time. Farms which could not produce left soldiers hungry while battling each other. So much importance was placed on farming that counties began to ask for a pardon on sending volunteer soldiers who where also farmers.

In the sites listed below are the links to information which will help you answer the question about daily life and influence. To be awarded the title "FIRST FAMILY" you must gather as many facts as you can and be prepared to so your impact as a 19th century farmer.

High School 1860s

 

American Cultural History

House work and chores were never an easy task... 

"No Bearing on the Truth..."

A Farmers Family History...

Field House For Family Life...

Don't forget the GOOGLE.

 

 

Go back to make sure you know the questions that you're answering!

 

Author:  Richard Murek