Search Results For - West Virginia

How Did They End Up There?

Have you ever considered why your ancestors lived where they did? People have been moving throughout human history, but there has usually been a reason. Learning the reason will reveal a lot of new...

Faster Than a Speeding Bullet

We all have to admit it that when we’re doing genealogy research to learn about our families’ histories, we secretly hope to find someone famous in our family trees. Or maybe not so...

Pearl Harbor Casualty List

DECEMBER 7, 1941 The attack on Pearl Harbor called Hawaii Operation or Operation AI by the Japanese Imperial General Headquarters (Operation Z in planning) and the Battle of Pearl Harbor) was a...

Free Military Record Lookups

Military records are a rich source of genealogical information, offering insights into your ancestors’ service and sacrifices. These records provide details such as enlistment dates, ranks, and...

Pennsylvania Colonial Records, 1600s-1800s

This extensive index of colonial Pennsylvania records references about 190,000 individuals and includes newspaper abstracts, naturalization and land records, court documents, and family histories...

Zachary Taylor: The Soldier President

Learn about Zachary Taylor, the soldier president who rose from a frontier upbringing to a distinguished military career. Discover the story of this resilient and no-nonsense leader.

John Tyler: The Accidental President

Today, let’s Explore the fascinating story of John Tyler, the unexpected president. From his early life in Virginia to his rise in politics, uncover the legacy of this influential figure.

Pennsylvania, Harrisburg: The State Capitals

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...