Kentucky is one of the early states in the nation, joining the union just after the Revolution. It is one of only four states in the union to be considered a commonwealth instead of a state. Being...
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American Folklore: Kansas
Kansas has had thousands of years of human habitation in an odd and intriguing geographical environment. This has made it ripe for folklore of all kinds from both European and Native cultures. Here...
The Unsung Heroes of the Civil War (eBook)
Whatever their contribution, these are people who deserve to be remembered. Here are the stories of the unsung heroes of the Civil War.
The Ten Best Genealogy Websites for Beginners
These ten websites are among the best for genealogy beginners. Everyone has to start somewhere, and in the era of modern genealogy, you can do much without having to leave your house. Save that for...
The Lost Treasure of Francis Wainwright: Chapter 3: The First Clue
It’s time to find the first clue to the lost treasure of Francis Wainwright. Will Martha Jane Willick’s five grandchildren be able to spot it? What will they do with the information? Martha has left...
A History of the Postcard
The history of the postcard is an often-overlooked, but intriguing thing. It shows how and why people mailed things, mailing preferences, innovations in printing images, and even international laws...
The Lost Treasure of Francis Wainwright: Chapter 2: The Story of Francis Wainwright
Chapter Two in the Francis Wainwright treasure mystery reveals what information on Francis Wainwright the Willick family’s grandmother left for them in her note. The note tells the tale of Francis...
How to Use Google Images to Further Your Genealogy Research
Have you tried using Google Images in your genealogy research? If not, it is something you should try. It can bring you amazing discoveries. Here is how to use it, and why it is such an important...
The Last Holdout of the Confederacy
Town Line is a tiny hamlet in upstate New York near the Canadian border that inexplicably voted to secede and join the Confederacy during the Civil War. No one knows why to this day. Here is the...
What Are County History Books and How Can They Help With Your Genealogy?
County history books are usually useful genealogical resources. Here is what you need to know about county history books and where to find them, as well as what information you may find in them.