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Most family historians collect stories, photographs, letters, and heirlooms as a means of connecting with their ancestors. These items can give the living a glimpse into the daily lives of those who have gone before. Try and explain to a Continue reading Art as a Glimpse to the Past
Early this weeks I posted a blog about cemeteries across the country celebrating Halloween in unique ways. Well it appears that cemeteries and many people in general are beginning to celebrate in the U.S. a similar holiday with increasing attention. Continue reading “Day of the Dead celebration grows in national popularity”
Cemeteries across the country are celebrating Halloween and Saints Day (or Day of the Dead) with tours, ceremonies, and other events. Events range from celebration of historic figures to the restoration of cemeteries. History is often played out in costumes Continue reading Cemeteries Celebrate Halloween in Unique Ways
In 1901 the citizens of Colorado Springs placed essays, photographs, a wax recording cylinder, and more into a time capsule for 100 years. The large steel-riveted box stood sealed until opened during a ceremony January 1, 2001. The contents were Continue reading Colorado’s Century Chest
In an article post this past weekend in the Irish Times, Scientists have joined with the Genealogical Society of Ireland to examine “what it truly means to be Irish.” The complete article, Science and genealogy unite to profile typical Irish Continue reading Genealogist and Scientists Will Work Together to Create an “Irish DNA Atlas”
By an Act of Congress in 1907 and “In order to permanently to preserve the valuable but vanishing census records which still remain, relating to the first year of constitutional government, and in response to urgent requests from many patriotic Continue reading Examining U.S. Population Growth 1790–1900
Keeping to the New England theme we started with our review of Finding Your Mayflower Ancestors, we review another book this week for those seeking a connection to early New England. Researching Your Colonial New England Ancestors is made easier Continue reading Finding Your Colonial New England Ancestors
The Mayflower had 102 passengers. The first winter in the New World killed about half. So, you may ask, just how many descendants could there be. Estimates put it at around 35 million. That accounts for about 12% of the Continue reading Finding Your Mayflower Ancestors
Their names are infamous. They have been the subjects of movies. They are mentioned in history books and classrooms across North America. They were bank robbers, gang leaders, and murderers. They are America’s most notorious Outlaws & Villains. But how Continue reading How Well Do You Know America’s Most Infamous Outlaws?
The following excerpt is from a fascinating column posted in the September 29, 2011 edition of swissinfo.ch: Legendary Swiss marksman William Tell is often portrayed as a heroic freedom fighter. But when he killed the Habsburg bailiff, was it not Continue reading Legendary Swiss Marksman William Tell – Freedom Fighter or Murderer?
I recently read an article in the Tooele Transcript-Bulletin about an historic home located near the Great Salt Lake in Tooele County, Utah. The home was built in the 1850s predominately out of stone and mortar with 18 inch thick Continue reading What Historical Treasures Are We Missing?
Posted at: 12/31/2010 9:01 AM By: Governor’s Office Billy the Kid is not dead. He was shot through the chest on the night of July 14, 1881 by one of the most famous lawmen of the American Old West. His Continue reading Richardson’s Statement About His Non-Pardon of Billy the Kid
Tom Fiske wrote another interesting piece for you again this week. I found it thought-provoking. Enjoy! Doing genealogy well often involves knowledge of a country’s conditions and customs and history. I have long wanted to describe the jobs and education Continue reading The Unseen Hand
This article was written for GenealogyBlog by my friend, Thomas Fiske. I’ve invited Tom to contribute to the blog, as I enjoy his articles, and I know my readers will too. Expect to see more from Tom. He always had Continue reading Last Man Standing