In this episode I explore some of the early pioneer history of the village of Watervliet in Berrien County, Michigan. The first settler in the area arrived in 1832, and the place was originally known as 'Shingle Diggings' from the early shingle industry. 
For more information on Michael Delaware, visit:
<a href="https://michaeldelaware.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://michaeldelaware.com</a>

In this episode I explore some of the early pioneer history of the village of Watervliet in Berrien County, Michigan. The first settler in the area arrived in 1832, and the place was originally known as 'Shingle Diggings' from the early shingle industry. For more information on Michael Delaware, visit: https://michaeldelaware.com

In this episode I explore some of the early pioneer history of the village of Watervliet in Berrien County, Michigan. The first settler in the area arrived in 1832, and the place was originally known as 'Shingle Diggings' from the early shingle industry. 
For more information on Michael Delaware, visit:
<a href="https://michaeldelaware.com" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://michaeldelaware.com</a>

S2 E122 - The Pioneer History of Watervliet in Berrien County

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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