The city of Springfield, Illinois is the capital city of that state. It was not the first capital, but the third. Yet, it came to be the most important city in the state, besides Chicago. Here is the...
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The State Capitals: Georgia
Atlanta is a large, metropolitan state capital with a long history of human habitation. It was just a small settlement on the American frontier until the railroad came. After that, it was just a...
A Closer Look at Prickett’s Fort State Park
Prickett’s Fort State Park is a wonderful historical resource to the state of West Virginia. It not only shows how life was like for English settlers on the West Virginian frontier in the 1700’s, it...
David McMurtrie Gregg: The Unsung Heroes of the Civil War
David M. Gregg was a renowned Civil War cavalry commander with the Union Army. He fought in numerous battles, and proved himself time and again to be an expert horseman. While he led no decisive...
The History of Jungle Jim’s: Homeland Cooking from Around the World: GeneFoods #4
If you are looking to try experimenting with cooking the cuisine from your ancestors’ homelands, you can search your town for international ingredients, buy from Amazon, or have an incredible, theme...
Are We All Royalty? Mathematics Seems to Prove It
Are you descended from royalty? Most genealogists would love to discover this. It is something that sounds prestigious and gives you bragging rights in genealogical circles. The thing is, mathematics...
Tips to Find Your Ancestor’s Origin
Are you curious about what nation your family originated in, before they came to the United States? Most genealogists are, as it helps them know more about their ancestors, as well as their own...
Is There Another Way to Find Your Cherokee Ancestors Rather Than the Dawes Rolls?
When it comes to Cherokee genealogy, there are more sources to use than the Dawes Rolls. Many think these rolls are the only source, but you are missing out on a lot of good information if you only...
Things You Should Know Before Using Someone Else’s Research
Are you using other people's online research on your family tree? Here are some things you need to consider before putting that info on your family tree.
Researching Church Records in the U.S.
Have you ever looked at church records to find your ancestors? If not, you're missing out on a valuable genealogical resource. Here's what you need to know.
European Censuses
Do you have ancestors who lived in Europe and you want to find out more about them? Consider researching European censuses. Here's what you need to know.
A Review of Stories from Ipswich
Explore the rich history of Ipswich, a key port for 17th-century migration to America. Learn about the lives and journeys of early New England settlers.
How to Get the Most Out of a Trip to Your Ancestral Homeland
Have you ever considered going to your ancestral homeland to continue your family history research? You should. Here's why, and how to plan the perfect trip.
What is a Haplogroup and What Can It Tell You About Your Family Tree?
When you get your DNA tested for genealogy, you will often see the term "haplogroup" come up. What is a haplogroup and how does it pertain to your family tree?
How to Use Family Lore to Discover the Real Stories
How true are your family's legends? Most have at least a grain of truth in them. Here's how to use family stories as jumping off points to get the real truth behind the legends of your ancestors.