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A bequest is a legacy, usually a gift of real estate by will.
Codicil
A Codicil is a supplemental document to a will.
Decedent
Decedent refers to the deceased person.
War effect
Wars influenced migration patterns. Check military, pension and land-bounty grant records to see where a soldier was llving when the record was recorded.
Economy
Migration patterns and trends were usually tied to economics.
Geographic name changes
Towns, cities and counties have changed names over time. Check a Geographical and Historical Dictionary or a Gazetteer.
Migration Map
Use a Migration Map which displays everywhere your ancestor(s) lived. This Map can help you determine why your ancestors moved.
Good harbor
The first settlements in an area were along the shoreline, rivers and lakes where they found good harbors for consumable needs and transportation.
Waterway as Route
Waterways were the original lanes of communication and transportation. Early roadways were established following Indian paths or trade routes.
Movement
Migration is the movement from one place of residence to another, usually within a country.