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American Folklore: Maryland
Maryland has its fair share of intriguing folklore. From legends brought over by German immigrants to haunted bridges, creepy lighthouses, and a bizarre legend associated with local author Edgar...
Union Terminal in Cincinnati, Ohio
Union Terminal in Cincinnati, Ohio is a famous Art Deco building that has been used as a train station to varying amounts since the 1930’s. It is, perhaps, more famous for the museum that now takes...
The Louisiana Purchase Controversy
The Louisiana Purchase doubled the size of the United States, & caused a lot of controversy for President Thomas Jefferson. Here's why it was controversial.
Who Were the Ashkenazi Jewish People, and Are You Related to Them?
Do you have Ashkenazi Jewish DNA? This can be an exciting journey for you. Here's who the Ashkenazi people are & what it means for your family history.
American Folklore: Maine
Maine is northern, eastern, freezing, and woodsy. It has also been home to humans for thousands of years, which has given it plenty of time to develop some interesting folktales. Here are some of the...
The French and Native American Relations
The French enjoyed much better relations with Native Americans than other European groups when they first came to American shores. Here are the reasons why.
American Folklore: Louisiana
Louisiana has a long and rich cultural history that is quite unlike any other in North America. With such a magical blending of cultures and languages there, it is not surprising that Louisiana has...
Do You Have Mayflower Ancestry? Here is How to Prove It
Are you a Mayflower descendant, or do you think you may be one? You have to do the research to make sure, because a lot of families have a “Mayflower ancestor” myth. Here is how to gather the...
How to Do More Effective Old Newspaper Searches
If you are looking for your ancestors in old newspapers, you might not be getting the most out of every search. You want to make sure you find every mention of your ancestor, so here are a couple of...