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The following excerpt is from WTVR in Virginia: FARMVILLE, Va. (WTVR) —The drive-thru itself was an innovative concept, but at this one, it’s unlikely you can order any fries or a shake. Carl Eggleston of Farmville believes in innovation when Continue reading Drive By Viewing
The following is from the NARA website: June 21, 2013: Washington, DC… Archivist of the United States David S. Ferriero has awarded 30 grants totaling $2.972 million for historical records projects in 18 states and the District of Columbia. The Continue reading National Archives Awards $2.97 Million in Grants for Documentary Editing and Archival Projects
The following article was excerpted from Dollarhide’s new book, Alaska Name Lists, 1732 – 1991, with a selection of National Name Lists, 1600s – Present. For any research in Alaska, the following timeline of events should help any genealogist understand Continue reading A Genealogist’s Historical Timeline for Alaska, 1725-1959
A couple days ago, we posted a blog based on an article found at IrishCentral.com. The article was prompted by research done by Clare genealogist, Jim O’Callaghan. After posting the blog, Jim’s son, Simon, posted a comment and then emailed Continue reading Jackie O may have been a “wee bit Irish”… and then some
The following U.S.A. & Canadian vital-records oriented databases have been recently added or updated at FamilySearch.org. This blog updates all five of the Online Database groups (see below) through 24 June 2013 [updated from 6 May 2013]. We’ve also updated Continue reading FamilySearch U.S. and Canadian Vital Records Database Updates as of 24 June 2013
The following article was written by my friend, William Dollarhide: An important step in finding the place of residence for a person is the use of published censuses and census substitutes. Most genealogists are familiar with the use of federal Continue reading What are Name Lists?
“A Narrative of the Troubles with the Indians in New England, From the first Planting thereof to the present Time.” Thus begins The History of the Indian Wars in New England: From the First Settlement to the Termination of the Continue reading The History of the Indian Wars in New England
An excellent Genealogist uses every tool at their disposal in order to uncover the truth of their ancestors. Today, that may mean using tools which were not available just a few years ago; including, social media. This can be scary Continue reading The Social Media Guide for Ancestral Research
Few countries have as confusing a past as Germany. Over the centuries literally hundreds of small kingdoms and territories existed, swelling and falling through war and domination. Beginning as early as 843, larger territories were broken up into hundreds of Continue reading The Making of Germany, Maps and History
Just what are name lists and how can they be used? William Dollarhide and Leland Meitzler explain: “Virtually all recorded events from a person’s life originated near the place the person lived, and the old records are usually still stored Continue reading Alaska Name Lists 1732-1991, with a selection of National Name Lists, 1600s – Present
We all…….. you all…… need to know about JSTOR because you can use this libraries-only database from the Family History Library. Internet Genealogy magazine (June-July 2013 issue…… www.internet-genealogy.com ) carried a great explanatory article about this website. I quote Continue reading Salt Lake Christmas Tour……………. Week’s Peek
The following is from the FindMyPast website: Irish Family History: Ashes to Archives On June 30 1922, during the Irish Civil War, the Public Records Office of Ireland, located at the historic Four Courts in Dublin, was severely damaged by Continue reading Free Access to Irish Birth, Marriage & Death Records June 27-30, 2013 at FindMyPast.com
If you have been following the GenealogyBlog over the last two days, then you are already aware that Family Roots Publishing has just released 9 new William Dollarhide Name Lists books. And, these books are all on sale for a Continue reading Alabama Name Lists 1702-2006, with a selection of National Name Lists, 1600s – Present
Maureen A. Taylor is know throughout the world as an expert on photo identification in the world. She is also an avid genealogist. Taylor uses her vast knowledge of photography in her research, and for years has been helping fellow Continue reading Family Photo Detective: Learn how to find Genealogy Clues in old photos and solve Family Photo Mysteries
When I got involved in genealogy, I didn’t give WWII a second thought, let alone consider the time period “history.” I guess that’s just goes to show how long I’ve been digging for dead folks… However, over seven decades have Continue reading The National Archives Collection of WWII Pictures