The walk home was roughly 500 miles and might take as long as 40 days. At one time, there were more than 50 "stands" along the route that offered a meal and lodging for the travelers. Today there is only one remaining, Mount Locust at milepost 15.5.
The Trace also has a rich military history beginning with Hernando de Soto in the 1500s, the U.S. Army stationed at the northern end in 1801-02, Andrew Jackson's troop travel during the War of 1812, and Civil War action at the Battle of Raymond and nearby Vicksburg, Tupelo, Brices Cross Roads, and Shiloh Battlefields.
Thanks for stopping by today for your Postcard and tomorrow I'll share a bit more information about The Trace with you. Enjoy your weekend!!