Hallam-Dolson History Volume I relates to the Hallam & Dolson family surname lines down to the union of the author's parents, Orval Keene Hallam & Nellie Irene Dolson. The series is an attempt to portray family events & activities in the context of major historical events of the day, including the Revolutionary War, the Civil War, national migration patterns, & contemporary economic and social issues. For example, William Washington Hallam's Civil War & post Civil War-related activities are presented in significant detail. The 102 year life of Teunis Dolson, who was the first male born in New York City, is presented within the context of the transition from Dutch New Amsterdam to British New York City. John/Johannes Dolson, the father of 27 children, is presented within the context of the Revolutionary War, of which he was a veteran.