Researching your ancestor was "placed out" during the orphan train movement of 1854 - 1920's? Brace yourself for an episode that might just reshape how you research this pivotal, yet shadowy, segment of American history.
John questions Kathleen on the transport of children bustling East Coast cities to all 48 states. No state was missed as the trains traversed the heartland's rural expanses to the reach the southern and western states.
Kathleen brings a wealth of knowledge to our conversation, casting a light on the diverse tapestry of experiences faced by the orphaned children. John is also seeking more information on his half-brother, Bob, who grew up within the walls of a boys' "boarding home" rather than the family homes.
This episode doesn't just recount the past; it connects us to the human stories that continue to echo through time.
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02/01/24 • 24 min
Hittin' the Bricks with Kathleen - Placing Out Children: Riders of the Orphan Trains
Transcript
Ladies and gentlemen from the depths of flyover country in the heartland of America , the Kansas City on the other side of the mighty moe , welcome to hitting the bricks with Kathleen , the do it yourself genealogy podcast that features your questions and her answers . I am John , your humble hubby host , and on this episode we'll be talking about trains without parents , so let's start
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