Christiana Tillson
Age 28 Hillsboro, 1822 |
The following story is based on a decision made by a real
person. At the end of the story, you will find questions and activities. For more information, click on the pictures with captions. |
6 Who was Christiana Tillson? |
Christiana Tillson is a Yankee. Born in Kingston, Massachusetts, she was 26 when she married John Tillson and agreed to return to Illinois with him. After what seemed like a never ending journey, they managed to find a home and establish themselves in Illinois. As New Englanders, they were clearly in the minority; most of their neighbors were from the South. Well educated, hard working, and independent minded, Christiana suddenly finds herself facing an unexpected decision: |
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