Sometimes, it’s hard to grasp just how different the United States looked several centuries ago. Before modern homes, sleek furniture, and all the little conveniences we’re used to, many people lived in log cabins, gathered around wooden tables and chairs, and relied on oil lamps for light. Sadly, we can’t travel back in time to witness it for ourselves, but the pieces left behind can still give us a glimpse into that world. On the Facebook grou…