Northwest Alabama early settlers came by oxen drawn carts, horse drawn wagons, some covered some not. I’ve read stories of families walking all the way from North Carolina or Tennessee. They brought with them their belongings, many had very little to bring. They brought weapons for protection; tools for building a house; implements for planting and harvesting crops; and most certainly a milk cow if at all possible. Traveling to new land to call home was hard, long, and dangerous. But with determination, enduring whatever hardships they encountered along the way, most reached their destination. After, you read and explore this book, I trust you will have a better understanding of our history in Northwest Alabama, especially Marion and Lamar counties and the early pioneers who came here determined to start a new and better life. I want to remind you I am not a “writer." I am a “collector” of information. Therefore, if you are expecting a book written by someone skilled in writing, this book may not be for you; if you are interested in local history of Lamar County, Alabama you may just find information in this book that will aid you or be of special interest in your genealogy or historical research. I have devoted over twenty-five years to helping preserve our local history. To know I have helped someone with their family history is a bonus for me.