Carter Braxton may not be a well-known signer of the Declaration of Independence, but he was an important one, playing a huge role in Virginia politics for decades before and after the Revolution. A...
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Everything You Need to Know About the 1890 US Federal Census
The 1890 census is famous for not being here for genealogists to use. At least, most of it is not available. There are a few fragments that still exist. If you are lucky enough to have ancestors in...
What Your German Surname Says About Your Ancestors
German surnames have histories going back to the Middle Ages, and each one tells a story about the original medieval person who bore it. Knowing the history of these names can tell you things about...
Famous Civil War Battlefields
So, if you’re planning on trekking to one of the famous Civil War battlefields across the country, which ones should be on the top of your list?
Sharon Baird: The Mickey Mouse Club, Part 8
Sharon Baird was one of the original Mouseketeers on The Mickey Mouse Club. She was an experienced performer with professional credits to her name before she was cast on the show when she was eleven...
Doreen Tracey: The Mickey Mouse Club, Part 7
Doreen Tracey was a Mouseketeer on the original Mickey Mouse Club TV show. She appeared on all three seasons of the original show. She went on to have a brief career in TV guest spots on other shows...
Was the First Thanksgiving Actually Held in Florida? An Interesting Historical Analysis
Did the Pilgrims really have the first American Thanksgiving, or does the honor belong to someone else? It all depends on how you look at it.
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Lucretia Rudolph Garfield: America’s First Ladies #20
Lucretia Rudolph was the wife of 20th US President James Garfield. A woman of keen intellect, she and James enjoyed a scholarly lifestyle together. Yet, due to James's assassination, she was First...
A Closer Look at Oral Histories #1
Oral histories are a valuable genealogical resource. They give a unique perspective that only one person on the face of the earth could ever give, which is that of the person giving the history. They...
What is an Acceptable Reasonable Conclusion in Genealogy?
Do you want to prove a relationship in genealogy, but lack direct evidence? You can still come up with an acceptable reasonable conclusion. Here's how.
A Closer Look at Genealogy Organizing Tips #1
Getting your genealogy organized is one of the best things you can do to make your research easier on you. When your genealogy is properly organized, it is quick and easy to find the person you need...
Pitfalls You May Encounter in Middle Name Research
Middle names are important genealogical research tools. They can tell you about the political beliefs, personal values, friendships, business connections, and even earlier generations of the family...
Five Census Record Questions That Are Frequently Asked
The U.S. Federal Census is one of the best known tools for researching your family history. Whether you are a novice or a veteran of using the census, there is always more to learn about this...