This index covers families from Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Michigan, and Missouri. They contain various records, including military and land records, census schedules, and family histories from...
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A Dark Chapter in American History
Learn about the chilling history of the Ku Klux Klan, from its mysterious beginnings in the post-Civil War South to its resurgence during the 20th century. Explore how this infamous group, driven by...
Passenger and Immigration Lists: Germans to America, 1850-1874
The Germans to America Index is a valuable resource that offers a range of details about nearly 2 million German immigrants who came to the United States between 1850 and 1874. This index provides...
Passenger and Immigration Lists: Italians to America, 1880-1893
Between 1880 and 1893, about 413,000 Italians moved to the United States.
Andrew Jackson: The People’s President
Learn about Andrew Jackson, a true American hero. His story is inspiring, from his tough childhood to his resilience and lasting impact on our nation.
Scotch-Irish Settlers in America, 1500s-1800s
If you have ancestors of Scotch-Irish descent, you'll want to explore the 13 volumes available here.
Ontario and Nova Scotia Settlers, 1790-1860
American colonists, especially Loyalists, and English, Scottish, and Irish immigrants, were among the first to live in Nova Scotia and Ontario.
German and Swiss Settlers in America, 1700s-1800s Immigration Records
Most of this book's German and Swiss immigrants settled in the Carolinas, Georgia, Louisiana, New York, Pennsylvania, and Texas. There are a lot of different kinds of resources here. For example...
Irish to America Passenger and Immigration Lists Volume 2, 1846-1886
Referencing immigrants who arrived in Boston between 1846 and 1851 and in New York between 1866 and 1886. Information obtained from original ship manifest schedules, which are records submitted by...
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...
Tips for Researching British Ancestors
Do you have British ancestry? Are you not sure, but suspect you might? Here's how to find them, and how to research them in England once you find them here.
Pilgrim Genealogies and Histories, the 1600s-1900s
What do you really know about America's most famous immigrants, the Mayflower pilgrims? This is an excellent resource for discovering the stories and timelines behind the mystery.
Charleston, West Virginia: The State Capitals
Charleston is the capital of the state of West Virginia. It is known for its prolific production of natural resources like natural gas, salt, and coal. Because of this, it has always been a strategic...
Ethnic Enclaves: Uncovering Cultural Pockets in Cities
Have you ever been curious about the histories that are whispered along the streets you walk? Join me as we explore the heart of our cities, discovering the intimate tales of ethnic neighborhoods...
Eric Larson: Nine Old men
Eric Larson was a Disney animator, and later became a Disney Legend. Yet, Eric did not want to work at the Disney Company in the beginning. He ended up there by chance, wanted to quit, was talked...