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“My father and mother in 1817 were forty-nine days on the road with their emigrant wagons [from Vermont] to Ohio. More than two days for each hour that I spent in the same journey.” quote by Rutherford B. Hayes
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“My father and mother in 1817 were forty-nine days on the road with their emigrant wagons [from Vermont] to Ohio. More than two days for each hour that I spent in the same journey.”

Rutherford B. Hayes

About This Quote

Source Speech: Personal recollection, 1880s, United States History

Describes the arduous, slow travel of his parents on a wagon train, emphasizing the lengthy time spent per hour on the road.

In simple terms: Parents endured a long, slow wagon journey.

Key Takeaway

Recognize the hardships of early migration.

Themes

migration family hardship history perseverance

Mood

reflective somber

Type

historical personal narrative

When to use this quote

  • genealogy research
  • historical reenactments
  • education about pioneer life

Key Concepts

westward expansion family resilience travel logistics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How did such travel shape family dynamics?
  • What lessons can modern travelers learn from pioneer patience?
A Different Perspective

Travel speed was limited by technology and terrain, making journeys extremely time‑consuming.

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