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Early Photography and the Elderly
The invention of photography leads indirectly to the modern world of genealogy, starting with getting photos done of older relatives. Here are the details.
Reading History to Understand Your Ancestors
Have you ever considered reading history to get to know your ancestors better? It is a wonderful way to do so. Here's how it can help you bring them alive.
How Did Your Ancestors Celebrate Halloween?
Did your ancestors celebrate Halloween? Here's a history of Halloween from the middle ages in Europe to today in America.
Where Were the Pilgrims Really Going?
The Pilgrims were originally going to settle in Virginia. Why did they settle in Massachusetts instead? Here's the real story of the Mayflower.
The History of Diaries: Did Your Ancestor Keep One?
Did your ancestor keep a diary? You may find a treasure trove of genealogical information in it if they did. Here's a history of diaries in America and how to find out if your ancestors kept them.
Genealogical Adventures in Town Halls
If you're not using town halls in your genealogical research, you are missing out on some excellent and hard to find information. Here's why you should use them and what you may find there.
Genealogical Numbering: What is it and How to Use It
What is genealogical numbering? It is actually a very important part of your research. Here's what it is, what it does, and how to use it in your family trees.
How to Overcome the Difficulties of Finding Female Ancestors
Are you searching for the origins of some elusive female ancestors? Here are four tried and true research techniques for discovering your female family lines.
Quaker Persecutions in Puritan Massachusetts
Colonial Massachusetts is well known for the Salem witch trials. However, there was another dark period of persecution before that, which involved the Quakers.
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The Mayflower Pioneers: The Hardships They Encountered
The story of the Pilgrims has its origins in the desire of religious independence from the Church of England.
Genealogy Research Tips
Tricks for Finding the Unknown Burial Location of an Ancestor 3 Ways to Be Constantly Improving Your Genealogy Research 3 Online Genealogy Classes You Can Take to Improve Your Skills 3 Genealogy...
Ancient Lights: Uncovering the Forgotten Right to Sunlight
Imagine walking through a bustling medieval city—buildings crowded close together, narrow streets winding between tall houses. In these cramped surroundings, sunlight streaming through a window was...
Did Your Ancestors Celebrate Reformation Day?
Let’s explore the Reformation, a transformative period that left a lasting legacy not only on faith but also on family lines, cultural heritage, and European society. This journey through the...