The third amendment in the Bill of Rights assures that private homeowners or occupants cannot be ordered to house and feed soldiers without their consent in times of peace, and without some kind of...
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Tax Records: Substitutes for the 1890 US Federal Census
The 1890 US federal census is not available for genealogists to use, thanks to it being destroyed in a fire in the 1930s. This does not mean that all family history information from that era is lost...
The Wild Days of Texas: When Texas Was a Country
Texas spent ten years as an independent nation. Those years were wild ones for the Lone Star State. Here's what happened in Texas that made it so tumultuous.
What Were Your Ancestors Doing in the 1870s?
The 1870s were a decade of change for both America and the world. There was the period of Reconstruction in the United States after the Civil War. Imperialism rose in other countries around the world...
An In-Depth Look at the 1870 US Federal Census
The 1870 US federal census is a valuable tool for genealogists looking for their families in America just after the Civil War. It is a census of a few important firsts, as well as one of a...
Using the 1890 US Veterans Schedule
Did you know that alternative records exist to help you fill in the gaps left by the loss of most of the 1890 US federal census? There are several such sources. One of the most useful, but little use...
Do You Have Irish Genealogy?
Do you have Irish genealogy? Since March is Irish-American Heritage Month (commonly called Irish History Month), this makes it a perfect time to begin your search. Here are three important and useful...
The Lost Treasure of Francis Wainwright: Chapter 4: Re-Tracing the Steps of the Ancestors
Martha Jane Willick’s grandchildren gather together to go over the list of clues found by previous generations that she left them. There are some amazing historic and genealogical discoveries in that...
Unusual Sources for Finding Old Family Photos
Are you looking for photos of your ancestors and not having much luck? Here are four effective alternative sources you can use to find old photographs.
Andre Cailloux: Unsung Heroes of the Civil War
Andre Calloux is a true unsung hero of the Civil War. A mixed-race African-American who was born into slavery, he gained his freedom with support from his former masters, became a businessman and...
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.
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.
Leif Eriksson: The Famous Viking Explorer
Leif Eriksson was the first known European to set foot in North America, approximately 500 years before Columbus. Here's this Viking's fascinating story.