I pulled this one from the box the other day—a postcard that’s more than just a snapshot. It’s a whole afternoon, frozen in place. I’ve looked at it a dozen times now, and I keep finding new things...
Author - Will Moneymaker
Inside the 1930 U.S. Census
The 1930 U.S. Census captures America in an unsettled moment. The Roaring Twenties were winding down, but the Great Depression was just beginning to take hold. It’s a census taken in the calm before...
10 “Must-Do” Genealogy Projects for May
Are you looking for genealogy projects to keep your research moving in May? Here are ten suggestions for your research you will love.
Inside the 1920 U.S. Census
We’ve now arrived at the 1920 U.S. Census—the first one taken after the end of World War I. This moment in history holds a lot beneath the surface. If your ancestors were alive during this time, they...
Inside the 1910 U.S. Census
We’ve made it to the 1910 census, and I have to say, this one feels like a bit of a turning point. If you’ve been following along through each census with me, you’ve probably noticed how much the...