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A Voyage of Hope and Healing: The USS Benevolence
Explore the extraordinary journey of the USS Benevolence, a World War II hospital ship dedicated to repatriating American POWs from Japan. Discover its impactful role in Operation Magic Carpet; the...
Missing Persons Listings in Old Newspapers: Use Them to Find Your Ancestors
Learn about the challenges of staying connected in the past and the valuable information provided by missing person listings in old newspapers.
3 Overlooked Clues in Genealogical Documents
Are you looking at a genealogy brick wall? Here are three hidden clues you can often find in genealogical documents that will let you break through it.
Franklin Pierce: The Tragic President
Franklin Pierce’s story is essential to understanding the complexities and challenges of pre-Civil War America. It highlights the nation’s divisions, ambitions, and enduring quest for unity.
Millard Fillmore: The Unlikely President
Learn about Millard Fillmore, the 13th President of the United States. Explore his early life, educational struggles, and determination to overcome adversity.
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Father’s Day: A Tale of Tradition, Tragedy, and Triumph
Father’s Day actually has roots going back to the early Middle ages, just after the fall of the Roman Empire in Europe. Churches celebrated a version. But, it took until the 1970s for it to become a...
Zachary Taylor: The Soldier President
Learn about Zachary Taylor, the soldier president who rose from a frontier upbringing to a distinguished military career. Discover the story of this resilient and no-nonsense leader.
James K. Polk: The Expansionist President
James K. Polk's story is a fascinating chapter in the broader narrative of the United States, reflecting the nation's ambitions, struggles, and enduring quest for growth and identity.