Montana has a long history of human habitation. It was Native American territory for thousands of years, and thanks to its remote location, Europeans made contact with the Natives there only...
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American Folklore: Michigan
Michigan has a long history of human habitation going back thousands of years. First belonging to Native Americans, then to the French, then to the English, it has a unique location along the Great...
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...
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 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...
Who’s Who in the American Revolution: Samuel Adams
Samuel Adams is one of the most famous names associated with the American Revolution. However, what do you really know about him other than that he has his face and name on a popular brand of...
Who’s Who in the American Revolution: George Washington
George Washington is probably the best known player in the American Revolution. However, he wasn’t always the great military leader he became. He was a fatherless boy and inept soldier for the...
What are Some of the Best Genealogy Magazines Out There?
Do you read genealogical magazines? If not, you should. They are invaluable resources for learning new skills, connecting with other researchers of your family lines, and discovering historical...
Online Resources for Researching Your Scottish Ancestors
Are you looking for your Scottish ancestors and don't know where to start? Here are six websites with plenty of information on Scottish genealogy for you.
The War of 1812 and the Indian Wars: A Double Conflict
The War of 1812 was going on at the same time as the southern Indian Wars. The government classifies both as the same conflict in service records. Here's why.
Irish Naming Patterns: Discover Your Irish Origins from Names in a Family
Irish naming patterns were very precise for about two centuries. Here's how you can use the patterns to find your Irish ancestors.
The Science of Aerial Photography in World War I
Aerial photography was no doubt a groundbreaking advance for military commanders. Follow along as we talk about the science of aerial photography in World War I.
Using Naturalization Records as a Link to the Past
Starting to look into your family's history? Here is some information on naturalization and how the process has changed throughout the years.
English Settlers in Barbados
The English have a long history in Barbados. It was one of the largest and most important English colonies for centuries. Here's how the connection started.
The Pepperoni Roll and Its Origins: GeneFoods #3
What is a pepperoni roll, and why might it be important to your genealogical research? Discover all about this food and its connection to genealogy here.