What is in a name?  Have you ever wondered that with some of the names of Michigan Counties?  In this episode I use a booklet published in 1969 that I came across recently that gives a short history of the name of each of the counties in Michigan, and how they were named.  
For more information on Michael Delaware, visit: <a href="https://michaeldelaware.com/" target="_blank">https://michaeldelaware.com</a>

What is in a name? Have you ever wondered that with some of the names of Michigan Counties? In this episode I use a booklet published in 1969 that I came across recently that gives a short history of the name of each of the counties in Michigan, and how they were named. For more information on Michael Delaware, visit: https://michaeldelaware.com

What is in a name? &nbsp;Have you ever wondered that with some of the names of Michigan Counties? &nbsp;In this episode I use a booklet published in 1969 that I came across recently that gives a short history of the name of each of the counties in Michigan, and how they were named. &nbsp;
For more information on Michael Delaware, visit: <a href="https://michaeldelaware.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://michaeldelaware.com</a>

A History of the Names of Michigan Counties

Southwest Michigan is rich in history, as the region contains the second wave of twelve counties organized in the State in 1829. The stories encapsulate pioneer triumphs and tragedy, amazing events and resilient, enterprising and passionate people. The region developed along the Territorial Roads, connecting the first land routes between Detroit and Chicago, which later brought with it the railroads and modern highways. 

Starting from the Battle Creek regional area, and branching out from there, join me as I explore forgotten tales of Southwest Michigan’s past.

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Southwest Michigan is rich in history, as the region contains the second wave of twelve counties organized in the State in 1829. The stories encapsulate pioneer triumphs and tragedy, amazing events and resilient, enterprising and passionate people. The region developed along the Territorial Roads, connecting the first land routes between Detroit and Chicago, which later brought with it the railroads and modern highways. Starting from the Battle Creek regional area, and branching out from there, join me as I explore forgotten tales of Southwest Michigan’s past.

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