John C. Calhoun is one of the most complex figures in American history. Serving as vice president under two different presidents and leaving an enduring mark on the nation’s political landscape, he...
Layout B (with load more)
Fire, Conspiracy, and the Lost 1890 Census: What Went Wrong?
If you’ve ever traced your family history, you’ve probably encountered a frustrating gap in the records: the missing 1890 Census. Unlike other census years, which provide a continuous timeline of...
Elbridge Gerry: The Forgotten Seconds
Elbridge Gerry is often remembered for the term gerrymandering, a practice in electoral politics that still influences elections today. However, his legacy extends far beyond that. Gerry was a key...
Tracing Your Scottish Ancestry by Katherine B. Corey (GIVEAWAY ENDED)
This giveaway has concluded. Stay tuned for our next giveaway.
Aaron Burr: The Ambitious Vice President Who Fell from Grace
Throughout American history, the vice presidency has often been a stepping stone to the highest office in the land. Some vice presidents successfully ascended to the presidency through election or...
Inside the 1800 U.S. Census
The year 1800 was an exciting time for the United States. The country was brand new, only seventeen years out from the conclusion of the American Revolution. Many other countries, and even...