How Colonial Families Survived BRUTAL Winters

Get early episodes & ad-free audio on Patreon: https://patreon.com/DrowsyHistorian Step into the harsh reality of a colonial winter, where survival was never guaranteed and every day was a contest against hunger, cold, and isolation. Through vivid scenes and wry historical narration, we explore the relentless work of preparing for the freeze, the drafty homes that could never quite keep the cold out, the monotonous meals that kept families alive, and the moments of community that broke the solitude. From blizzards and ice storms to the messy thaw of spring, this is the unvarnished story of how early settlers endured — and sometimes didn’t. Forget the romanticized image of crackling fires and cozy cabins; this is the colonial winter as it truly was: muddy, smoky, and brutally honest. 🛏️ Drowsy Historian’s Favorite Sleep Tools Looking to upgrade your nighttime routine? These are a few things I personally use or recommend: • Sleep Earbuds for Enhanced Immersion → https://amzn.to/4pVFoJy • Blanket Soft Enough to Make the Plague Feel Tolerable → https://amzn.to/3GSOq8f • Weighted Blanket for Pretending You’re a Mummified Pharaoh → https://amzn.to/4kVJCgE • Sleep Mask Headphones For Total Historical Escape → https://amzn.to/4nWsNVn • Book Light for Reading About Plagues at 2AM → https://amzn.to/4eSg0iu • White Noise Machine for Blocking Out the 21st Century → https://amzn.to/3GJ9jTw These are affiliate links. I may earn a small commission if you purchase through them—at no extra cost to you. Thanks for supporting the show while staying cozy. #ColonialHistory #WinterSurvival #HistoryForSleep #HistoricalStorytelling #LifeInThePast #HistoryChannelStyle #HistoryLovers