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What is Your Genealogy Vision?
Do you have a theme in mind for your genealogy research this year? What is a theme for genealogy research, anyway? Here is what you need to know about themes for genealogy research, and why they are...
Arizona: American Folklore, Part 3
Arizona was the last continental state to be admitted to the union, though its history of human habitation goes back thousands of years. From Native Americans to Spanish priests, from the Old West to...
The Amazing Story of Horace Greasley
In WWII, one young soldier named Horace Greasley braved a barrage of Nazi soldiers most every night to break out of his prisoner of war camp to meet up with the woman he loved. Each night, he would...
Adams and the Alien and Sedition Act
The Alien and Sedition Act cost President John Adams re-election. Here's why this act made our nation's 2nd president the first to lose a re-election campaign.
What Were Your Ancestors Doing in the 1950s?
The 1950s were a decade of economic prosperity and cultural change. The modern world as we know it truly came into being. New inventions, cultural changes, and even the emergence of a new, recognized...
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...
What Were Your Ancestors Doing in the 1910s?
The 1910s were a decade of invention and innovation. There were many things that came out of that decade that are still being used and enjoyed by people today. Culture took a huge leap forward, as...
What Were Your Ancestors Doing in the 1940s?
What were your ancestors doing in the 1940s? This interesting decade saw America enter WWII, and also brought an end to the war. It is best known for that, but other things were going on then, too...
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...
The State Capitals: Pennsylvania
Harrisburg is the capital of the state of Pennsylvania. Europeans first went to the area with the famous John Smith expedition of the early 1600s. The city has been an important one for various...
The State Capitals: Oklahoma
Oklahoma City is the capital of the state of Oklahoma. It was the home of Native American tribes and was originally set apart by the US government for Native Americans to live. The government opened...
The State Capitals: Maine
Augusta is the capital city of the state of Maine. It has a long and interesting history going back thousands of years. It continues to be a dynamic and important city today. Here is what you need to...
Getting the Most Out of the 1930 US Census
The 1930 census has some hidden gems in it. If you have used it before, or if you are new to it, there is information there that you may miss if you don’t comb the census with a fine-toothed...
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 State Capitals: Hawaii
Honolulu is the capital of Hawaii, and is a beautiful city to behold. Originally inhabited by emigrants from other Polynesian islands, Hawaii was once home to various tribes and kingdoms. They all...
Marblehead Lighthouse State Park
If you are looking for something historic, educational, and just plain fun for the whole family, consider a day out at Marblehead Lighthouse State Park. This park is centered around the historic...
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...
American Folklore: Oklahoma
Oklahoma has been inhabited by humans for millennia, since likely just after the last ice age. It was explored by the Spanish in 1541, claimed by the French in the 1700s, and became part of the...
How to Use Muster Rolls to Your Advantage in Genealogy Research
Have you ever used muster rolls in your genealogical research? If you are like most people, you have at least one ancestor who served in the military and/or a war. If they served prior to WWI, muster...
The History of the Merry-Go-Round Museum
Have you heard of the Merry-Go-Round Museum? Located in Sandusky, Ohio, this unique museum is the only place in the world known to solely celebrate the art and history of the merry-go-round. Here is...
How to Use Old Newspaper Advertisements to Research the Childhood Lives of Your Ancestors
Did you know that old newspaper advertisements can tell you a wealth of information about what your ancestors’ childhoods were probably like, or what they may have been like as parents? This is...
The Delicious History of Deviled Eggs: GeneFoods #9
Do you enjoy deviled eggs? They are a staple on the appetizer table at most family gatherings in America. Here's how this delicious dish got started.
The “Ghost” State of Jefferson: All You Need to Know About the State You Didn’t Know About
There is a hidden state between California and Oregon called Jefferson. Here's what you need to know about it.
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...